The Actors Guild of Nigeria on Saturday suspended Nollywood
actor, Moses Armstrong, for allegedly raping a minor.
The AGN President, Emeka Rollas, noted that the indefinite
suspension became necessary following the investigation of the guild concerning
the allegation.
This was contained in a statement signed by the AGN Director
of Communications and veteran actress, Monalisa Chinda.
The statement titled ‘AGN suspends Moses Armstrong’ was
cited on Saturday.
It read, “Actor Moses Armstrong has been placed on
indefinite suspension by the National Executive Committee of the Actors Guild
of Nigeria over his arrest by the police on allegation of raping a minor.
“In a suspension letter signed by the National President
Ejezie Emeka Rollas, Armstrong’s suspension was based on facts emanating from
the preliminary investigations conducted by the Guild on the allegation.
” Actors Guild of Nigeria has been in the forefront of
advocacy against violation of women, such as rape, molestation and all form of
abuse therefore, the allegation against Moses Armstrong is capable of
tarnishing the good image and reputation of our noble Guild if urgent action is
not taken in accordance with the constitutional provisions of the Guild.
“The National President, Ejezie Emeka Rollas, said it is a
sad development but nobody is above the law, especially on rape and abuse of
women.
“‘Though it is our duty to protect our members when it comes
to serious allegations, the law will have to take its course,’ the National
President concluded.
“While on suspension the actor is not expected to
participate in any film production or Guild activities.
“In addition, The National/State Chapter Task Forces have
been mandated to monitor all film locations and production sets in the country
as violation of the suspension rules may lead to further stiff disciplinary
measures as stipulated by the AGN constitution.”
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