AGN confirms release of kidnapped Nollywood actors 

The Actors Guild of Nigeria AGN, on Wednesday, confirmed the release of two abducted members Cynthia Okereke and Clemson Agbogidi, in Enugu State last week.

According to the statement issued by the Actors Guild of Nigeria via its official Instagram account, it read; “This is to inform the public that the kidnapped actors, Cynthia Okereke and Clemson Cornel, have been released, unhurt. The elated National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Ejezie Rollas, announced their release by the abductors who were touched by the spirit of God to set them free and unharmed.

“The guild has arranged for medical checks and psychological support for the victims.

“On behalf of their families, the National President expressed our heartfelt appreciation to the Nollywood industry and Nigerians at large for the support and prayers during this trying period.

He also urged members to be security conscious on and off film sets and always take precautionary measures on their personal security at all times.“

Wakadaily earlier reported that Two Nollywood actors, Cynthia Okereke and Clemson Cornell, popularly known as Agbogidi, were reported missing by their family members on Friday 29 July, 2022, after they failed to return home from a filming they went to at Ozalla Town in Enugu State.

The kidnappers requested a $100,000 ransom before the release, which AGN had earlier pleaded that the family could only raise the sum of N1.2 million and the abductors mocked their efforts.

However, on Wednesday the actors were released but didn’t say if any ransom was paid or not.

Chinyere Treasure Mbadiwe
Chinyere Treasure Mbadiwehttp://wakadaily.com
Chinyere Treasure Mbadiwe is the Co-founder and CEO of Wakadaily News. With a B.Sc. in Business Administration from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), she brings a wealth of leadership and strategic expertise to the platform. Chinyere is passionate about delivering high-quality, engaging news that informs and empowers audiences. Her vision for Wakadaily is to create a space where reliable, diverse, and impactful content connects people and fosters informed conversations.

Popular Related

S.K.Y-HB: The Journey To Fame

Moses Felix Ofegor Famously known as S.K.Y-HB is a Fast Rising Nigerian Singer, Songwriter, and Recording Artist. S.K.Y-HB has become a house name and his...

May Edochie’s fans storm Prime Video to rate Yvonne Jegede’s new movie poorly

Fans of May Edochie, who is the former spouse of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, have flooded the streaming service Prime Video with negative feedback...

“Why I have no regrets being married and staying married” – Van Vicker reveals as he celebrates 21st wedding anniversary

Veteran Ghanaian actor Van Vicker has excitedly taken to social media to celebrate his 21th  anniversary of his marriage with his wife Adjoa Van...

“The real wedding party is about to be unleashed” – Celebrities rejoice as Sola Sobowale’s daughter set to tie the knot

It's a Congratulatory message in the home of Sola Sobowale, a veteran Nollywood actress as her daughter set to get Married. On Wednesday night, the...

Beautiful moments from Dayo Amusa’s son’s naming ceremony

Nollywood actress Dayo Amusa, who welcomed her first child a week back, has thrown a naming ceremony to celebrate her son’s birth. It was reported...

“I am very happy being his wife” Regina Daniels gushes over husband

Popular Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels has expressed how excited she is, to be the wife of billionaire businessman, Ned Nwoko at his 62nd birthday...

Ruth Kadiri praises Femi Adebayo over his new movie, Seven Doors; fans react

Nollywood actress and movie producer  Ruth Kadiri is the latest celebrity to sing the praises of filmmaker, Femi Adebayo over his new movie. It was...

 ‘Odogwu for a reason’ – Obi Cubana & others hail Burna Boy  

Award-winning Nigerian musician Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, has been praised by billionaire businessman Obi Cubana and others for his generous act...

‘There was no evidence that he slept with the girl’ – Yomi Fabiyi reveals 

Yomi Fabiyi, a Nollywood actor, has provided an update on the ongoing legal proceedings involving Baba Ijesha, a Yoruba actor facing charges of raping...

Actress Regina Chukwu speaks up over criticisms for calling herself a Yoruba name

Nollywood actress Regina Chukwu breaks her silence as she opens up about being criticized for calling herself a Yoruba name. The beautiful Yoruba actress, was...