Taiwo Hassan, Boss Apprentice Relationships remarks stir debate as the Nollywood veteran speaks on consent and industry power dynamics

Nollywood veteran actor Taiwo Hassan has sparked conversation across the entertainment industry after sharing his views on relationships between senior actors and apprentices in Nollywood.

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Taiwo Hassan addressed long-standing discussions around power dynamics, mentorship, and romantic relationships within theatre circles.

The veteran actor stated that relationships between industry seniors and apprentices are not inherently wrong, provided they are based on mutual consent and free from coercion or pressure.

Taiwo Hassan emphasised that both parties must be willing adults for such relationships to be considered acceptable.

According to Taiwo Hassan, some individuals enter the industry with personal expectations, including the hope of forming relationships with established figures.

He noted that during his early days at Odunfa, different aspiring actors were drawn to various senior colleagues, highlighting how admiration and proximity often shape workplace interactions.

Taiwo Hassan further explained that, in his view, there is nothing wrong if a senior colleague expresses romantic interest in an apprentice, as long as it is done respectfully and without force.

His comments have since generated mixed reactions, particularly around issues of ethics and professional boundaries in the creative industry.

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The actor, widely known for his influential roles in Yoruba-language films, remains one of Nollywood’s most recognisable veteran figures, and his remarks continue to fuel debate on conduct and consent within the entertainment space.