It has been reported that Sylvester Madu, a popular Nollywood actor, narrowly escaped death after being attacked by gunmen while on a movie set in Cameroon.
Madu was in Bamenda, Cameroon,, on Thursday, November 23, 2023, to work on a film project and was warmly welcomed by his Cameroonian fans.
However, on November 25, 2023, Madu and a few others were at a drinking spot when unidentified gunmen stormed in and brutally attacked them, resulting in the death of four people and injuries to others.
Gunmen targeted a movie set where Nigerian actor Sylvester Madu was present, resulting in the death of four individuals and injuries to over 10 others. Sylvester Madu, who narrowly escaped the attack, had travelled to Bamenda in Cameroon on November 23, 2023, to collaborate on a film project with DAMA Films. Two days later, chaos erupted among the attendees at a gathering in a drinking establishment, caused by unidentified gunmen.
Fortunately, Sylvester Madu remained unharmed as the Cameroonian police swiftly intervened to resolve the situation. The film company that had invited Madu to Cameroon for the shoot also confirmed the distressing incident in a press release.
Sylvester Madu attack: DAMA films issue statement
The company in charge of the film project has issued a statement following the attack. Part of the statement reads: “DAMA Films received Nollywood actor Sylvester Madu aka Shina Rambo on Thursday the 23rd of November 2023 in Bamenda for a Movie shoot advocating against hard drug addiction. While concluding the movie, we received an invite for a guest appearance at BIG G VIP located at Mile 3 Nkwen.”
“The snooker championship organised by Big G began at 3 pm, and everything went well with fans meeting Sylvester Madu, at past 10 pm we heard gunshots from outside, and many ran helter-skelter leading to the death of 4 civilians and over 10 wounded. The police intervened securing the safety of the Nollywood actor Sylvester Madu and dispersed the crowd.”
“From Midnight, in the spirit of goodwill, onlookers carried the wounded to the nearest hospitals PMI Nkwen and Regional Hospital, where they are presently receiving treatment. The Police are currently conducting investigations to this effect. They promise the safety of Nollywood Actor Sylvester Madu and his subsequent excursion to his country Nigeria. DAMA Film sends a heartfelt condolence to the parents, siblings, and friends who we join in mourning the deceased.”
“DAMA Films acknowledges the unfortunate happenings and regrets not taking better measures. These grave effects go into consideration in future projects. For more information contact +237654903405.”