Eyewitness Reveals Details of Lekki Filmhouse Attack
On August 29, 2026, a survivor of the attack at Filmhouse Cinemas IMAX in Lekki provided a harrowing account of the incident, stating that moviegoers were held hostage for over an hour as armed men controlled the exits. The attack began around 1 am while she was watching a film in Lekki Phase I.
During the chaos, patrons were injured, including one man who was stabbed. The situation escalated when bystanders, unaware of first-aid protocols, attempted to help by pulling the knife from his chest.
It took approximately 35 minutes to arrange transportation for the injured man to the nearest hospital, which the survivor deemed critical. She criticized the venue's lack of emergency preparedness, including the absence of escape routes and timely police intervention.
Following the attack, Filmhouse Cinemas condemned the violence, confirming an investigation and commending the bravery of those who helped contain the situation.
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