The Actors’ Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has indefinitely suspended actress Halima Abubakar.
She was suspended following a detailed inquiry into her alleged involvement in spreading slanderous information about fellow actors.
The investigation, conducted by a special secret panel, found that Abubakar was connected to rumors regarding extramarital affairs involving prominent figures in society and Nollywood.
As a result of these findings, the AGN announced that Abubakar will face a disciplinary committee to determine the consequences of her actions.
During the suspension, she is prohibited from filming or engaging in any activities related to the Guild.
The AGN has tasked its National and State Chapter Taskforces with ensuring compliance with this suspension, warning that any violations could lead to additional penalties.
The statement reads, “Following the thorough investigative report by the special Secret Investigation Panel set up to conduct an internal underground secret investigation into the activities of some blogs/bloggers since 2022. After two years of painstaking investigations, the Panel found out that Miss Halima Abubakar was behind all the slandering information of our members, associates and patrons, especially news of extramarital affairs linked with highly placed individuals in the society emanating from the industry.
“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 this period of her suspension, she is not permitted to participate in any AGN and or filming activities.”
The Guild expressed gratitude for the diligent work of the investigative panel, while noting that other female members are also under scrutiny for similar issues.
