By Arinzechi Chukwunonso
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), FCT Chapter, defeated the Performing Musicians Employers’ Association of Nigeria (PMAN) 3-1 in a novelty football match organised to mark International Actors Day in Abuja.
The entertaining encounter in Abuja, brought together actors, musicians and other creatives in a celebration aimed at strengthening unity, friendship and collaboration within Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
Speaking after the game, PMAN FCT Chapter Governor, Michael Oyibo Kaycee, popularly known as Kaycee Klein, said the match provided an opportunity for entertainers from different sectors to network and work together towards advancing the creative industry.
“It’s a good time to meet, synergise and network, and to see how we can move Abuja entertainment forward,” Kaycee said.
Former AGN FCT Secretary, Desmond Utomwen, described the event as a platform for peace, love and unity among creatives, stressing that sports and entertainment share a strong bond.
“Sports and entertainment are brothers and sisters. This is for unity, peace and love, and for the sake of improving and advancing creativity in Nigeria,” he said.
Actor Energy Uloko also highlighted the importance of fitness to performers, noting that regular sporting activities help actors remain physically fit while creating opportunities to build friendships across the entertainment industry.
Filmmaker and physiotherapist Max Kayode J. Aden equally urged actors and other creatives to embrace exercise, describing fitness as essential to maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle.
Beyond the result, the 3-1 victory for the Actors Guild provided a fitting climax to a celebration designed to promote camaraderie, healthy living and stronger collaboration between Nigeria’s film and music communities.
