Nigeria, March 24 -- Veteran Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, has revealed that despite his decades-long career in the movie industry, fame has not translated into immense wealth for him.

Speaking onThe Honest Bunchpodcast, the 71-year-old film star admitted that while he is comfortable, he does not consider himself rich by Nigerian standards.

"I have been in this [movie] industry for this long. I thank God that I can eat three square meals. But can I claim to be a rich man by Nigerian standards? No," Kosoko said.

The legendary actor attributed this to the rampant issue of piracy, which he believes has significantly hindered the financial success of many in Nollywood. He called for stricter penalties to deter copyright violators.

"The pu...