Bolaji Amusan, a respected veteran actor and the President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), known as Mr. Latin, emphasized the importance of recognizing and rewarding the contributions of veteran entertainers.
In an interview with Saturday Beats, he advised young actors to prioritize professional training over seeking quick success, urging them to follow the proper channels for career development.
He stressed the significance of dedication to the acting profession and recommended either formal education in the field or learning from established theater leaders.
Amusan recently unveiled the TAMPAN Welfare Foundation, with a primary objective of providing support and care for ailing veteran actors who have significantly contributed to the industry.
He expressed concern for the financial challenges faced by many of these veterans and highlighted the foundation’s mission to address their health needs, initially covering 200 elders’ healthcare for a year, with plans to expand the program to 300 or 400 individuals in the future.
Notably, the TAMPAN Foundation is not limited to veterans, as it also extends healthcare benefits to young actors.
Amusan acknowledged the issue of bullying within the industry and emphasized TAMPAN’s commitment to protecting young actors from such misconduct.
He emphasized the existence of a dedicated unit within TAMPAN to address and take action against any form of bullying, encouraging actors to report incidents of bullying for prompt intervention.
