This Nigerian Actor Is Not Your Regular "Friend", Still Says He Can Move Mountain For Others

 

A friend in need they say is a friend indeed. That might sound straightforward but that is not to a renowned nollywood actor is not. How that is, the actor in question, Jim Iyke laid bare his thoughts on why he's not comfortable keeping friends even though he can be helpful to others in need. 

Jim used to be the regular nollywood star that film lovers were glued to starring at the screen, and as the industry is churning out new favourites of stars, the actor seemed to have divested on his skills - he is something more of business-like now. 

Speaking with Teju Babyface recently, his statement on the podcast quickly garnered attentions for describing how his personality has changed in terms of keeping up with friends. That might sound off putting until he is listened to clearly. So, how has he really changed? 

The new Jim out there, he described will not tolerate dwelling on "emotion" and will not cultivate unnecessary friendships in terms of having too many times to share hanging out.

There have not been much of Jim on the screen anyways. Some years ago, he went back to the university to study in the United States. Obviously, he potentially has a lot going on for himself, and as he mentioned, that is in real estate. 

He goes on to say: "I may miss anyone's birthday or your anniversary...I might not be the first person you will remember to reach out." 

All said, however, he yet believes if anyone ran to him for help and he understands the reasons are genuine, he would do his best. In his words, he will "move mountain" to get his assist across. 

Jim might not have won prestigious awards like Africa Movie Academy (AMAA) Award and Africa Movie Academy (AMA) Awards in his career, however, he received Net Honour for the most searched actor in 2021. 

Written by: Ifeoluwa Dada. A writer, an educator and public relations member of staff.