Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has alleged that the entertainment industry is dominated by “demons” and was created to promote what he described as the virtues of satanism.
Speaking in an interview with media personality Joey Akan, the actor said many people in the industry serve themselves and elevate themselves to the status of demigods instead of pursuing God.
He said, “There is no bigger enabler than the entertainment industry. This is where demons live. Entertainment is totally created and orchestrated to extol the virtues of Satanism.
“What in the entertainment industry glorifies God except you intentionally or consciously pursue him? Is it the blatant life?
“What do we extol that is godly? I am not saying God doesn’t exist in the entertainment industry, I am saying the entertainment industry is predominantly created for satanism.
“As a creative, to create is to mimic God. But in the entertainment structure many serve self. You can’t serve God and serve self. That is a conflict of interest. Serving self is satanism itself.
“When you extol yourself to god-like status when you think you should be worshipped or the laws should not apply to you anymore, you are literally worshipped.
“I have been there. I have see people cry when I walked into a room and I look at them and I think I am special. No you are not.
“Once you find your place with God, you will understand what is special. What is special is being able to find God in this place that is devoid of his presence.”
Jim said he once believed the admiration he received from fans made him special but later realised it was a form of self-worship after finding God. According to him, people in the entertainment industry must make a conscious effort to stay connected to God instead of becoming consumed by fame and public adoration.
During the interview, the actor also addressed the popular debate over the phrase “school is a scam,” arguing that formal education does not always translate into financial success. He said many graduates, including himself, have become more successful financially than some of their lecturers.
Recalling an encounter with one of his lecturers on a flight years after leaving school, Jim said the experience changed his perspective on education and success. He noted that while he respects education, much of what helped him build wealth came from life experiences, mentors and people outside the classroom.
The actor stressed that he was not discouraging people from getting an education but was encouraging young people to pursue knowledge beyond the classroom, develop practical skills and remain open to learning from different sources.
Jim Iyke, whose acting career spans more than two decades, remains one of Nollywood’s most recognisable actors. Over the years, he has also ventured into film production, business and philanthropy, while frequently speaking on personal growth, faith and life experiences in interviews.
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