Veteran Nollywood star Kanayo O. Kanayo, who recently celebrated his son Clinton Mbaise’s entry into filmmaking, stressed the enduring importance of African customs and familial bonds.
Opting to uphold tradition, Kanayo graciously accepted his son’s inaugural earnings from his on-set work and bestowed upon him the blessings of a father.
The announcement of Clinton’s involvement in Simpliciter Associates Productions, Kanayo’s esteemed production company, was met with pride and anticipation.
Addressing the production team on set, Kanayo revealed Clinton’s roles as assistant production manager and personal assistant, marking a significant moment in their familial and professional journey.
He said, “I want to observe a culture from our ancestors which has led to the progress of many people you see today, ”Father blessing.’
“Clinton my son just concluded a few production management with us and he has earned his first salary, his first salary is N50,000 for a movie.
“Clinton from your pocket in the N50,000 give me N500.
“The first salary of a young man, he goes to his father to say Nnayi my salary is N50,000, the father may decide to take the entire money, he may also decide to take any amount and his father will now bless him.
“The idea of his father asking him to know the salary is, so his father would teach him financial management.
“All you going to pastors to give your salary, you are wasting your time, is not part of our culture.”