By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
Accept
Okay.ngOkay.ngOkay.ng
Font ResizerAa
  • News
    • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Reading: Nollywood Star Ruth Kadiri Reveals Why She Uploads Her Movies on YouTube
Share
Font ResizerAa
Okay.ngOkay.ng
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Search
  • News
    • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Follow US
  • About Okay.ng
  • Advertising on Okay.ng
  • Contact Okay.ng
  • Careers
  • Meet the Team behind Okay.ng
  • Ownership and Funding of Okay.ng
  • Editorial Principles at Okay.ng
© OKN MEDIA PUBLISHING 2022 - All rights reserved
Celebrities

Nollywood Star Ruth Kadiri Reveals Why She Uploads Her Movies on YouTube

Damilola A.
By Damilola A.
Published: June 12, 2024
Share
3 Min Read
Ruth Kadiri
Ruth Kadiri
SHARE

Ruth Kadiri, the celebrated Nollywood actress, has opened up about her decision to upload her films on YouTube, citing the restrictive regulations surrounding film production in Nigeria.

In an interview with BBC Pidgin, Kadiri shared that she turned to YouTube as a platform to freely express herself and share her stories without the constraints typically imposed during traditional film production.

“I have been a producer for a long time but there are too many rules and regulations during production,” Kadiri explained. “So I called my team and told them that I want an opportunity to express myself. For instance, if I see something online I want to learn it and after learning, I want to upload it somewhere.”

The mother of two recounted how her journey with YouTube began while she was abroad for childbirth. Bored and in need of entertainment, she started watching musical videos on the platform and noticed the growing trend of filmmakers uploading their work there. Despite initial discouragement from others who doubted the financial viability of YouTube, Kadiri decided to give it a try.

- Advertisement -

“I told myself that I’ll come back to try it. Some people discouraged me and told me that there is no money in it. But because I needed a platform to express myself and tell my stories, I decided to try it,” she said.

Kadiri emphasized the importance of YouTube for filmmakers and content creators in Nigeria, highlighting how it has become a crucial source of income.

“Personally, I don’t worry about competition and I feel like as filmmakers, we are at the forefront and we hustle. If you remove YouTube from the industry, apart from filmmakers and content creators, people will go hungry. YouTube is an opportunity for a lot of filmmakers to make money and that’s what is happening now. Because YouTube is what is feeding people now.”

Ruth Kadiri’s YouTube channel has proven to be a success, boasting two million subscribers and 294,790,208 views.

- Advertisement -

Stay Updated on the Go with Our Latest News—Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now!
TAGGED:Ruth Kadiri
Share This Article
Facebook Whatsapp Whatsapp Telegram Email Copy Link Print
ByDamilola A.
Entertainment News Reporter
Follow:
Damilola is a dedicated entertainment writer for Okay Nigeria (Okay.ng). He joined the platform with the aim of using his experience in the Entertainment industry to share wonderful articles in this field. Dammy is a die-hard fan of Wizkid.
Previous Article Thiago Motta Appointed New Juventus Coach
Next Article Tinubu Plays Down Viral ‘Stumble’ Video, Says It Was ‘Dobale’ for Democracy Day

Connect with Okay on Social

FacebookLike
XFollow
InstagramFollow
TelegramFollow

Dollar/Naira Rates

Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate

Okay.ng Logo
Buy Rate ₦1,605.00
Sell Rate ₦1,620.00

Last updated: 5 days ago (June 3, 2025 2:33 pm)

Displayed rates are for informational purposes only and are subject to change.

USD/NGN Converter

- Advertisement -
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

Recent Posts

JUST IN: Osimhen Turns Down €75m Al Hilal Move, Keeps European Options Open
Sport Top stories
Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa
Ondo PDP Accuses Governor Aiyedatiwa of Abandoning Late Akeredolu’s Projects Amid Political Tensions
News
Governor Dapo Abiodun Honors Ijebu Heritage at Ojude Oba Festival
News
FG Declares Thursday Public Holiday for 2025 Democracy Day
News
LIVE STREAM: Ojude Oba Festival at Ijebu-Ode, June 8, 2025 [Watch]
Explainer
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

You May Also Like

News

President Bola Tinubu to Deliver Key Address at National Assembly Joint Session on Democracy Day

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
June 8, 2025
Opinion

OP-ED: Nigeria’s reforms have put the country on the global economic map, by Abdul Samad Rabiu

Okay.ng
Okay.ng
June 8, 2025
CrimeVideo

VIDEO: NDLEA Uncovers Psychoactive Drugs Hidden in Green Tea Shipment

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
June 8, 2025
Okay.ngOkay.ng
Follow US
© OKN MEDIA PUBLISHING 2025 - All rights reserved
  • About Okay.ng
  • Advertising on Okay.ng
  • Contact Okay.ng
  • Careers
  • Meet the Team behind Okay.ng
  • Ownership and Funding of Okay.ng
  • Editorial Principles at Okay.ng
adbanner
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?