Nollywood actor and media personality Tobi Bakre has spoken against gender discrimination in the entertainment industry, stressing that women play a vital role in professional growth and success.
Bakre made the remarks during an appearance on the Mentality podcast hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, where he argued that individuals who deliberately avoid working with women may be limiting their own opportunities for advancement.
The actor noted that women have been instrumental to his journey in the entertainment industry, revealing that he has collaborated with more women than men throughout his career.
According to him, gender has never influenced his professional decisions, as he remains focused on creativity, productivity and achieving results.
Bakre explained that his passion for creating impactful work has often aligned with the mindset of many women he has worked with, whom he described as supportive, hardworking and free from unnecessary ego.
“If you don’t want to work with a woman, I don’t believe you’re ready to grow in life. Women are so powerful. Thank God for women,” he said.
Reflecting on his experience in the industry, Bakre added that his approach has always been centred on delivering quality work rather than focusing on gender differences.
“I don’t see gender. For me, work is work because I came into the industry with the thirst to get stuff done. Let’s get the work done. Let’s shoot the shots. Let’s create,” he said.
The actor further praised the women he has collaborated with over the years, saying they embraced his drive and enthusiasm, creating an environment that encouraged creativity and professional growth.
