- Comedian’s Claim: Nigerian comedian Ijoba Lande alleged that he was paid N90,000 for a month’s work with actress Funke Akindele.
- No Prior Agreement: Lande stated that he didn’t negotiate a fee beforehand, hoping the opportunity would lead to more collaborations.
- Payment Terms: He was given a document outlining his payment terms, which stated a monthly salary of N90,000.
- Disappointment: Lande expressed disappointment and surprise at the low payment, considering he worked for a month.
- Advice to Aspiring Entertainers: He cautioned upcoming entertainers not to idolize established figures at the expense of their own worth.
- Reflection on Decision: Lande attributed his situation to a lack of formal education, stating that he wouldn’t have signed the document if he were properly educated.
Nigerian comedian Ijoba Lande has sparked controversy after alleging that popular actress Funke Akindele paid him a meager N90,000 for a month’s work on her production set.
Lande shared his experience in a video posted online, stating that he joined Akindele’s production team at Amen Estate without negotiating a fee beforehand. He had hoped that the opportunity would provide him with greater exposure and lead to more collaborations in the future.
However, upon arriving on set, Lande was handed a document outlining his payment terms, which stated a monthly salary of N90,000. Despite his reservations, he signed the document, believing that the issue might be reconsidered later.
At the end of the month, Lande was paid the agreed-upon amount, with no adjustments. He expressed disappointment and surprise at the low payment, considering he worked for a month.
Lande’s allegations have raised questions about fair compensation in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. Many have taken to social media to express their support for Lande, while others have defended Akindele’s right to determine salaries for her production team.
The incident has also sparked a broader conversation about the importance of fair pay and contract negotiation in the entertainment industry.
