Yemi Solade Accuses Event Organisers Of Extortion Over Award Plaque

Veteran actor Yemi Solade has accused certain event organisers of attempting to extort money from him in exchange for an award plaque.

Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, Solade shared a screenshot of his conversation with a representative of the organisers.

In the chat, the organisers requested financial sponsorship for their event, citing the production cost of the award plaque as justification for the demand.

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The actor’s revelation has sparked widespread debate online, with many questioning the ethics of such practices in the entertainment industry.

In his post, Solade stated, “I refused to pay for the award plaque… This is the outcome,” suggesting that his refusal led to negative consequences.

The post has since ignited discussions about transparency and professionalism among event organisers, with some expressing support for Solade’s stand against the alleged exploitation .