Abubakar Yakubu assumes office as AGN national president
Veteran actor Abubakar Yakubu has officially assumed office as the new National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), following the completion of Emeka Rollas’ second and final tenure.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Yakubu took the oath of office on Thursday at an inauguration ceremony held at the AGN national secretariat in Abuja.
Yakubu succeeds Emeka Rollas after eight years
Yakubu replaces Rollas, whose leadership of the guild ended in December 2025 after two terms in office. The ceremony was attended by actors from across the country, alongside filmmakers and key stakeholders in Nigeria’s creative and entertainment industry.
In his inaugural address, Yakubu pledged to run an inclusive administration and strengthen collaboration within the guild to boost its contribution to the Nigerian motion picture industry.
He said his leadership would build on the foundation laid by the outgoing administration, drawing from his more than 10 years of experience as AGN’s General Secretary.
“I stand before you not in celebration of victory, but in humble acceptance of duty,” Yakubu said, describing his mandate as a responsibility to be faithfully discharged in service to the guild.
New AGN president outlines leadership vision
Yakubu assured members of transparency, discipline and tireless service, stressing that his administration would focus on unity, professionalism, welfare, global relevance and empowerment.
He also called for the support of guild members and industry stakeholders, noting that the task of strengthening the Actors Guild of Nigeria required collective effort.
The new AGN helmsman paid tribute to Rollas, describing his tenure as one marked by vision, resilience and landmark achievements, and pledged to sustain and exceed the standards set by the past leadership.
Rollas urges members to support new leadership
Earlier, the outgoing president, Emeka Rollas, expressed confidence in Yakubu’s capacity to lead, citing his track record of dedication and professionalism within the guild.
Rollas urged the new leadership to prioritise members’ welfare, invest in capacity-building initiatives and promote unity across the guild, while reaffirming his commitment to supporting AGN’s growth.
Newly inaugurated AGN NEC members
Other members of the newly inaugurated National Executive Council (NEC) include Ifeoma Okeke-Ozzoude (National Secretary), Michael Yusuf (Vice President, North West), Nazareth Bako-Jesse (Vice President, North Central), Yakubu Sule (Vice President, North East), Barthelomew Aguugo (Vice President, South South), Temidayo Amusa (Vice President, South West), Clement Anigbo (Vice President, South East) and Grace Ama (Financial Secretary).
Additional officers are Boma Akpore (Director of Communication/PRO), Don Pedro Aganbi (Director of Policy and Implementation), David Akumah (Director of Guild Services), Johnson Erakpotobor (National Assistant Secretary) and Tarela Solomon Afore (Chief Whip).
