We've been starving for a week - Nollywood actors Cynthia Okereke and Agbogidi recount kidnapping ordeal
Nollywood actors Cynthia Okereke and Clemson Cornell aka Agbogidi have recounted their week-long ordeal with their captors.
In a Facebook video posted by the Chairperson of Ene Brown, Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) Enugu State, Okereke said she was happy to be alive.
The actors were reported missing on July 28 after their family members confirmed they had not returned from a filming location in Ozalla Town, Enugu State.
>The kidnappers contacted their families, demanding a ransom of $100,000.
They would later mock AGN for raising a paltry 1.2 million naira as a ransom for their release.
Famous actress Kate Henshaw then launched a change.org petition.
The petition challenged the federal government not only to secure the release of the kidnapped actors, but also to end insecurity across the country.
After ten days in captivity, the actors were released and taken to the Unique Grace Foundation Hospital in Enugu for a medical check.
The AGN recorded the video after they were discharged from the hospital.
I will keep playing – Okereke
In the three-minute video, Okereke said the unfortunate incident did not deter her.
She said, "My BP is high, but to God be the glory for you all. Your efforts and prayers have ensured Cynthia's survival. I will act for you and continue to work for you.
The dynamic actress revealed that she was detained for a week without food or water.
"They thought I was leaving, but I'm not. For a good week I was there without water or food. But today I say God be all the glory forever and forever,” she added.
Rest time – AgbogidiAlso speaking, Agbogidi, who also goes by the nickname of Nollywood's chief priest, said he was exhausted and needed a rest.
He said, "I just got out of the hospital. But I thank God the doctor saw me, and everything was fine. I appreciate you all. I'm a little weak, so I I will soon go home to rest.'
He also thanked AGN State Chapter President Ene Brown for not relenting in his efforts to save him.
StoryNollywood actors have been kidnapped in the past
In June 2021, a Nollywood actor, Pressing Forward, was kidnapped in Imo State, causing much concern among his fans and colleagues.
He was later released from captivity, after which his fans gathered around him in jubilation.
In 2009, veteran actor Pete Edochie was kidnapped and released after paying a ransom. Nkem Owoh was kidnapped and released after paying a ransom of £1.4 million the same year.
The actor, popularly known as 'Osuofia', was kidnapped while traveling along the Enugu - Port Harcourt highway.
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Nollywood actors Cynthia Okereke and Clemson Cornell aka Agbogidi have recounted their week-long ordeal with their captors.
In a Facebook video posted by the Chairperson of Ene Brown, Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) Enugu State, Okereke said she was happy to be alive.
The actors were reported missing on July 28 after their family members confirmed they had not returned from a filming location in Ozalla Town, Enugu State.
>The kidnappers contacted their families, demanding a ransom of $100,000.
They would later mock AGN for raising a paltry 1.2 million naira as a ransom for their release.
Famous actress Kate Henshaw then launched a change.org petition.
The petition challenged the federal government not only to secure the release of the kidnapped actors, but also to end insecurity across the country.
After ten days in captivity, the actors were released and taken to the Unique Grace Foundation Hospital in Enugu for a medical check.
The AGN recorded the video after they were discharged from the hospital.
I will keep playing – Okereke
In the three-minute video, Okereke said the unfortunate incident did not deter her.
She said, "My BP is high, but to God be the glory for you all. Your efforts and prayers have ensured Cynthia's survival. I will act for you and continue to work for you.
The dynamic actress revealed that she was detained for a week without food or water.
"They thought I was leaving, but I'm not. For a good week I was there without water or food. But today I say God be all the glory forever and forever,” she added.
Rest time – AgbogidiAlso speaking, Agbogidi, who also goes by the nickname of Nollywood's chief priest, said he was exhausted and needed a rest.
He said, "I just got out of the hospital. But I thank God the doctor saw me, and everything was fine. I appreciate you all. I'm a little weak, so I I will soon go home to rest.'
He also thanked AGN State Chapter President Ene Brown for not relenting in his efforts to save him.
StoryNollywood actors have been kidnapped in the past
In June 2021, a Nollywood actor, Pressing Forward, was kidnapped in Imo State, causing much concern among his fans and colleagues.
He was later released from captivity, after which his fans gathered around him in jubilation.
In 2009, veteran actor Pete Edochie was kidnapped and released after paying a ransom. Nkem Owoh was kidnapped and released after paying a ransom of £1.4 million the same year.
The actor, popularly known as 'Osuofia', was kidnapped while traveling along the Enugu - Port Harcourt highway.
Support the integrity and credibility journalism of PREMIUM TIMES Good journalism costs a lot of money. Yet only good journalism can guarantee the possibility of a good society, an accountable democracy and a transparent government. For free and continued access to the best investigative journalism in the country, we ask that you consider providing modest support to this noble endeavour. By contributing to PREMIUM TIMES, you help sustain relevant journalism and keep it free and accessible to everyone.Donate
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