In a chilling revelation that has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, Nollywood actress Bimbo Thomas has shared the terrifying details of an armed robbery attack that nearly claimed the lives of the cast and crew of the blockbuster movie, Omo Ghetto Part 2. During a candid conversation monitored by Reports, the actress described a night of horror in Ebute Metta, Lagos, where she and her colleagues were targeted in what appeared to be a coordinated hit.
According to Bimbo, the trouble began during the filming of the thuggery-themed movie. Local hoodlums frequently disrupted the set, feeling the film hit too close to home. Despite being a native of the neighborhood, Bimbo noted that her presence wasn’t enough to stop the harassment, eventually forcing the production team to hire extra security. However, the situation took a dark turn after a few local boys were arrested for causing a disturbance and made to film apology videos—a move that seemingly provoked a violent retaliation.
The actress recalled that the attack happened around midnight at the hotel where they were lodged. Originally staying in a different building, Bimbo had moved into the same hotel as the lead actress and producer, Funke Akindele, for a late-night massage session after a long day of filming. When the chaos started with loud bangs and screams of “Ole!” echoing through the halls, panic set in. Bimbo told Reports that they desperately tried to hide Funke, first attempting to shove her under the bed before settling on the bathroom.
As the armed men prowled the hallways calling Funke Akindele’s name, the room was filled with the sound of desperate prayers. Bimbo admitted she was begging God for their lives while Funke and their masseuse prayed in tongues. When the robbers finally broke into the room, they ignored the other staff and focused entirely on Funke. They forced the star to dress and dragged her downstairs to her car in an ordeal that was as humiliating as it was dangerous.
Downstairs, the situation took a bizarre and “wicked” turn. Bimbo described her confusion and heartbreak at seeing Funke being forced to sing and dance to the movie’s theme song, “Emi Omo Ghetto,” while surrounded by nearly 20 armed men. While six men had breached the hotel, a larger group waited outside, making any escape impossible. Relief only came when influential figures, including Oba Saheed Elegushi, were contacted and the police from Panti Station arrived, leading to a violent shootout that left several people injured, including a pastor.
Months after the traumatic event, Bimbo learned that many of the attackers had been arrested or killed in encounters with the law. Looking back, she revealed a moment of profound loyalty; when Funke later asked why Bimbo hadn’t simply pointed her out to save herself, Bimbo replied that if death was coming, they would face it together. It is a story of survival that the actress says has left a lasting emotional scar, serving as a grim reminder of the risks faced by creators in the line of duty.
