- Sarah Martins publicly criticized and drags producer Adamma Luke for not providing adequate safety measures during a film shoot.
- Martins later apologized for her outburst, attributing her reaction to the emotional state following the tragic incident.
Sarah Martins, an actress, publicly criticized producer Adamma Luke following the tragic death of actor Junior Pope, accusing her of not providing adequate safety measures for the film shoot. This accusation was made in a now-deleted Instagram post, where Martins expressed her frustration over the incident, highlighting the lack of necessary amenities and safety precautions on the set.
Her comments sparked a wave of criticism from her colleagues, including Destiny Etiko and Uju Okoli, who called for her to stop. Jide Awobona and Wunmi Toriola also joined the conversation, advocating for better working conditions and safety measures within the industry. The incident has led to a broader discussion on the need for improved safety protocols and working conditions for actors in the Nigerian film industry, with many emphasizing the importance of prioritizing safety in all aspects of filmmaking.
In response to the backlash, Sarah Martins tendered a public apology to her colleagues, including Adamma Luke, for her outburst. She attributed her reaction to an unstable state following the news of Junior Pope’s death.
Martins’ apology was met with support from some of her senior colleagues, who reached out to her, and she expressed her appreciation for their understanding. The incident has highlighted the ongoing challenges and concerns within the Nigerian film industry regarding safety and working conditions, with calls for a regulatory structure that better protects actors and crew members.
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Reactions from fans
“Why is every one trying to become a producer in nollywood with so much unprofessionalism.”
“This is not necessarily at all. I can only imagine how much she’s regretting already. It will hunt her for life”
“None of them are babies,they could have turned down the offer when they heard that water was involved or better still refused entering that boat without life jacket,blaming anyone will make the family hurt the more so it’s better they bury the dead and not apportion blame”
