Nigerian actor, Kunle Afod, has shared priceless lessons he has learned during his 38 years in the movie industry.
In an insightful interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos, Afod opened up about the lessons that have shaped his perspective throughout his career. He emphasized one key lesson: “there is no friend or foe anywhere” in life.
He explained that it’s important not to categorize people as permanent friends or enemies, as circumstances and relationships can change dramatically over time. Afod remarked that the nature of people can evolve, and someone who was once considered a friend might turn out to be a source of betrayal, while those labeled as enemies might, unexpectedly, become allies and contribute to one’s success.
The 51-year-old actor shared: "Someone believed as a friend can turn to be a traitor, and another fellow perceived as an enemy may become instrumental to one’s success."
He continued, “I have been able to learn these two phases of life which everyone should beware of. I started acting since 1986 and I have learned that there are no friends nor foes anywhere. I think it is better for people to be liberal.”
Afod’s advice was clear: People should not hold rigid beliefs about others, as the dynamics of relationships are fluid and unpredictable. He stated, “The person you see as your friend might come to stab you, and that fellow you see as your enemy might be the person that will help you.”
