“Women earn more in Nollywood because of their bargaining power”– Norbert Young

Renowned Nollywood actor Norbert Young recently shed light on the reason behind women earning higher pay than men in the Nigerian film industry.

In a recent interview, he delved into the changing landscape of Nollywood and addressed the topic of gender disparity in earnings.

Offering his perspective on the industry’s growth, Young pointed out that women often command higher salaries due to their strong negotiating skills.

He highlighted the increased financial leverage that women enjoy, which ultimately influences their earning potential within the dynamic realm of Nollywood.

Norbert said,

“People love women and what they do because women attract more money. And that doesn’t make them wayward. Women are more gifted than men.

“Although every actor has their own bargaining power and maybe the women are bargaining better.

“But I don’t go asking how much you are paid, and you don’t come asking about my pay. Better is relative, I think it all depends on priorities and what is better for you might not be better for me.”