Kidnappers finally release abducted Nollywood actors, Cynthia Okereke, Clemson Cornel

Nollywood actors, Cynthia Okereke and Clemson Cornel who were recently abducted in Enugu State have been released.

The Actors Guild of Nigeria has confirmed their release. According to a statement by the guild’s Director of Communication, Monalisa Chinda Coker, the kidnappers released the actors because they were “touched by the spirit of God.”

It was reported that the kidnappers had demanded a ransom of $100,000

The Guild further urged actors to ensure that adequate security was in place while on movie sets.

The statement reads partly: “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 spirit of God to set them free and unharmed.

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

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