Popular Nollywood actress and producer, Halima Abubakar, has been suspended indefinitely by the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN).
Abubakar’s suspension follows accusations of defamation against her colleagues and other prominent Nigerians.
In a statement released by the AGN, a special investigative panel found Halima Abubakar guilty of making defamatory statements about her colleagues and patrons, as well as spreading false claims about extramarital affairs involving high-profile individuals.
As a result of the panel’s findings, the suspension takes immediate effect, barring Halima from participating in any AGN activities or film projects during this period.
The AGN has instructed its National and State Chapter Task Forces to enforce the suspension, warning that any breach could lead to additional disciplinary measures.
Furthermore, the guild revealed that several female members are currently under investigation for allegedly disseminating false information, particularly in connection with the Senate President.
“Following a thorough report by the Special Investigation Panel set up to conduct an internal investigation into the activities of certain blogs and bloggers since 2022, the panel found that Miss Halima Abubakar was behind slanderous information targeting our members, associates, and patrons, especially news of extramarital affairs linked to high-profile individuals in society.
Therefore, Halima Abubakar is hereby placed on indefinite suspension from the Actors Guild of Nigeria. She will face the National Disciplinary Committee to determine her full punishment.
During her suspension, she is not permitted to participate in any AGN activities or filming. The National and State Chapter Task Forces have been mandated to monitor compliance, and violations of the suspension may lead to further disciplinary actions.
On behalf of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, I commend the professional and incisive work done by members of the investigative panel. However, other female members are under investigation by the panel, particularly in relation to the recent release of names allegedly linked to the Senate President. Thank you,” the statement read.
