Nigeria, Feb. 7 -- In the '90s and 2000s, those who grew up in Nigeria would say they had the best time of their lives, as the movie industry provided classic Nollywood films.

Back then, Nigerians didn't worry about exchange rates, fuel prices, or the adult problems that now weigh heavily on many.

They would gather at a neighbour's house-especially one with a generator during power outages-huddling close to the television to watch their favourite comic actors on screen.

Despite the limited power supply, the absence of internet services for streaming and downloads, and the scarcity of cable TV, Nigerians had CDs to rely on for watching their favourite actors.

Among the stars who kept Nigerians glued to their screens were Aki and Pawpaw...