Breaking News: Nollywood Actor Bassey Trades Acting for Plumbing in Canada
In a shocking revelation, Nollywood actor Bassey has announced that he has left his acting career behind to pursue a new profession in Canada – plumbing. The news was shared during a live chat on Instagram with media personality, Ifedayo Olarinde, popularly known as Daddy Freeze.
According to Bassey, his new career as a plumber has fetched him a better income than his previous life in tech, and he now enjoys a more relaxed lifestyle. When asked by Daddy Freeze about his transition, Bassey replied, "I’m into construction here. I do construction; I am a plumber."
Bassey’s decision to leave acting for plumbing has raised eyebrows, with many questioning the sudden change. However, the actor has stressed that his new career has been a successful one, allowing him to afford a lifestyle he couldn’t have maintained in Nigeria.
Bassey is not the only Nollywood actor to have made a career change after relocating from Nigeria. American-based actress, model, and former beauty Queen of the University of Lagos titleholder, Regina Askia-Williams, has also swapped acting for another career. Askia bagged certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner and practices in New York City after leaving the Nigerian shores.
The news of Bassey’s career change has sparked a conversation about the challenges faced by Nigerian celebrities who relocate abroad. Many have struggled to adapt to new cultures and find alternative careers that can sustain them financially.
As the news continues to spread, fans and colleagues alike are left wondering what led to Bassey’s decision to leave acting behind. Will he continue to make waves in the plumbing industry, or will he eventually return to his roots in Nollywood? Only time will tell.
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