Popular Nollywood actor,Sylvester Madu has responded to his critic over his being broke and selling second-hand clothes at an Enugu market.
In a video which trended on Nigerian social media space, the popular actor was filmed selling Okrika at an Enugu market. In the video which became viral, Madu who wore a brown jacket, discussed with suspected customers who surrounded his wares.
The video elicited varying reactions from Nigerians who were shocked to see a household name actor hawking used clothes at a local market as the one he was seen.
However, responding to his critic, Madu disclosed that he is proud of his business dealing which he referred to as : "my business empire"
He further criticized some unemployed Nigerian youths who expressed shock at his selling used clothes at markets. According to him, his business dealing is "legit business,” which is far better than begging for N2000 on social media.
“Do your business legit, no send anybody. Someone saying that this is really encouraging. If someone like me can run my business then why would he be sitting at home and doing nothing? Because there are a lot of Nigerian youths at home doing nothing,” he said in pidgin English.
“Some of them will just come on social media and boys I need urgent 2k. Go outside and work. If you no get work I will employ you. I have boys selling for me at different spots.
“People dey just dey say legit business like something to be ashamed of. What’s the difference between me and the person selling in the market? Because I’m popular? Because I’m an actor or celebrity? So? Make I no run business. Do you know how much people have sent to me and more are still coming? Saying ‘support your business’. No be sey I dey hungry.”
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Reflecting on humans’ obsession with material things in 2021, Madu said he once borrowed money to acquire a Blackberry phone just to impress people.
The Anambra-born actor is famous for his villain roles in movies.
He ventured into the movie industry in 1998 and has since become a household name. He has starred in hundreds of movies.
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