Nollywood actress and media entrepreneur Mary Remmy Njoku has shared her perspective on reshaping Nigeria’s creative landscape, urging emerging talents to focus on solving real problems rather than relying on sensationalism to gain attention.
Speaking during a panel session at NECLive, Njoku explained that her transition from actress to media business leader was driven by the need to address longstanding gaps in the industry. According to her, the success she enjoys today is rooted in building solutions that support creatives and strengthen the ecosystem.
“I got rich by solving problems,” she told the audience, stressing that meaningful success comes from creating value rather than chasing viral moments. Njoku also criticised the growing trend where individuals feel pressured to act “stupid or crazy” just to get noticed online, arguing that such behaviour undermines those who are genuinely working hard to contribute positively.
She encouraged young creatives to recognise the influence they hold and to use it responsibly—advocating for storytelling, entrepreneurship, and content that uplift the industry rather than distort it.
Njoku’s message adds to a broader conversation within the Nigerian creative sector about sustainability, ethics, and the importance of building institutions that outlast fleeting fame.