Veteran Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has stirred widespread reactions after making bold remarks about the entertainment industry during a recent appearance on the Joey Akan Podcast.
The actor claimed that the industry often encourages people to glorify themselves instead of God.
According to him, many aspects of modern entertainment promote self-centered values, making it difficult for people to remain spiritually grounded.
Speaking during the interview, Jim Iyke explained that his perspective was shaped by his personal experiences after finding God.
He admitted that he once enjoyed the admiration that came with fame. However, he said he later realized that such attention could easily lead to self-worship if left unchecked.
“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.”
The actor stressed that his comments were not meant to suggest that God does not exist in the entertainment industry. Instead, he argued that people who wish to maintain their faith must make a conscious effort to stay connected to God despite the pressures that often come with fame and success.
Furthermore, Jim Iyke questioned the kind of values that are commonly celebrated within the industry. He challenged entertainers and audiences alike to reflect on whether the lifestyle often promoted aligns with godly principles.
“What in the entertainment industry glorifies God except you intentionally or consciously pursue him? Is it the blatant life?”
Moreover, the Nollywood star explained that creativity itself is a gift from God. However, he believes many people eventually shift their attention from using that gift for good to glorifying themselves instead.
“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.”
He continued by explaining that many entertainers unknowingly become consumed by fame and public admiration.
“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.”
Meanwhile, Jim Iyke reflected on his own journey in the spotlight. He admitted that there was a time when he believed the overwhelming attention from fans made him extraordinary. Looking back, he now sees those moments differently.
“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.”
The actor added that his understanding changed after developing a stronger relationship with God.
“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.”
Nevertheless, Jim Iyke’s comments have reignited conversations about the relationship between celebrity culture, personal values, and spirituality.
