Veteran actor Segun Arinze has revealed that he and his colleague Emeka Ike resolved their differences long ago
Speaking with QED.ng publisher Olumide Iyanda, the 59-year-old addressed their past conflict, saying, “Emeka Ike is a fine actor. We still talk and laugh about those things. The conflict ended naturally.”
Their dispute stemmed from a leadership tussle within the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) in 2009, when Emeka challenged Segun’s presidency. The issue escalated in 2011 when Emeka secured a court injunction against the guild’s elections. Segun eventually stepped down in May 2012.
Reflecting on their reconciliation, Segun emphasized the importance of letting go of animosity. “Hate is a burden. Travel light. What do I need that animosity for?” he said.
Beyond their past conflict, Segun also discussed being typecast in movie roles, expressing his desire for more diverse characters beyond his early “bad boy” image and later police or military roles.
He praised actors like Olu Jacobs, Richard Mofe-Damijo, and Ramsey Nouah for successfully avoiding typecasting, adding that he strives to evolve in different roles.
On industry competition, Segun dismissed rivalry among actors, stating, “The sky is big enough for the birds to fly. When I see my colleagues doing well, I am genuinely happy for them. Competition brings bad blood.”
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Peace above all
Nice one