Actor Simon Chibuzor Reveals Lingering Trauma After Kidnapping Experience!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
Nollywood actor and producer Emelu Simon Chibuzor has opened up about the emotional toll of his 2021 kidnapping ordeal, describing it as a trauma that still haunts him.
What Happened
- Chibuzor was abducted in Imo State while on location for the film Forbidden Throne.
- He and two crew members were reportedly held captive for three days before being released.
- Although a ransom was allegedly paid, the actor has never publicly confirmed the amount or the conditions of their release.
His Words
- “I still have nightmares,” Chibuzor revealed in a recent interview.
- He noted that the incident affected both his mental health and his ability to return to remote film locations.
- “I don’t feel safe on set anymore unless there’s visible security,” he said.
Why It Matters.
- The incident adds to the growing concerns over insecurity in Nigeria, especially for creatives filming in rural or volatile areas.
- It also sheds light on the lack of industry-wide safety protocols for location shoots.
What to Watch
- Possible safety guidelines or insurance policies introduced by Nollywood guilds.
- Whether Chibuzor’s experience prompts more actors to speak out or demand reforms.
Citations:
- Vanguard News: www.vanguardngr.com/2025/10/actor-simon-chibuzor-reveals-lingering-trauma-after-kidnaping-experience/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
- P.M.EXPRESS: pmexpressng.com/im-still-traumatized-after-my-kidnap-experience-chibuzor/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
- otowngist.com: www.otowngist.com/2021/06/breaking-news-gunmen-abduct-nollywood-movie-director-simon-emele-pressing-forward/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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