Odunlade Adekola is arguably most popular movie actor in the Yoruba movie scene, he has starred, directed, produced and scripted in over 100 movies.
The 38-year-old actor Odulade Adekola, who recently made his inroad of cross-over into the Nigeria mainstream movie industry speaks on his decision going back to school, what education means to him and many others.
The talented actor in recent interview with Times, at the Glo Mega Music Nationwide Tour in Festac, Lagos, where he opened up on his career, fame and controversies.
PT: Is it true that you are presently an undergraduate at the University of Lagos?
Odunlade: Yes I am presently in 500 Level at the University of Lagos studying Business istration. As a student, I loved business studies and anything that pertains to leadership. That is why I am studying Business istration. I am also of the opinion that when you study Business istration, you can fit into any profession. As we all know, if you have a lot of money and you do not know how to manage it, you would squander it in no time. If you are a doctor, heading a hospital, and you don’t know how to manage the hospital, the establishment can pack up. So, the knowledge of business istration is the key to the smooth running of any organisation. I already have a diploma from the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic.
PT: You are already a household name, why return to school?
Odunlade: I am a firm believer in knowledge acquisition so I always tell young actors, who want to enter our industry to get an education first. In fact, if you tell me you are interested in acting, I will ask you what you are doing presently. If you say you are currently in school, I will advise you to finish before you the movie industry. Even if you are learning a trade, make sure you are certified before you the movie industry. If you are seeking to gain ission into the university, ensure you complete your studies first before you come into the movie industry. If you fail to do so, once you become a famous actor, it will be difficult for you to go back to school. Education is very important in anything you do in life.
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