Gideon Okeke Nollywood costume complaint reveals a skin reaction from unhygienic set wardrobe. Actor urges industry to uphold proper health and hygiene standards

Gideon Okeke Nollywood costume complaint has sparked renewed debate about hygiene on film sets. The popular Nigerian actor took to Instagram to share his distress after developing a painful skin reaction from an unwashed animal-skin costume used on a Nollywood set.

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In a strongly-worded post tagged under Diaries from a Nollywood Epic, Okeke blamed the production’s wardrobe department, describing the outfit’s condition as appalling.

“The yeye wey dey that wardrobe dey smell,” he wrote, expressing frustration at returning home covered in rashes.

Known for his powerful roles in both television and film, Okeke didn’t mince words when calling out poor hygiene practices on set.

He emphasized the importance of clean, well-maintained costumes especially when they are reused among different actors.

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His complaint shines a light on the behind-the-scenes challenges performers often face and calls for greater responsibility and professionalism in Nollywood productions.