Filmhouse Group has announced security enhancements across all its locations and paid tribute to two frontline guards following a deadly breach attempt at its Lekki cinema in Lagos State, which left one security officer and the assailant dead.
The incident occurred on Friday night when an intruder armed with a machete and a knife attempted to force his way into the leisure facility. Guards stationed at the entrance intercepted the suspect, preventing him from penetrating the internal halls filled with cinema patrons and retail workers. Denied entry, the assailant launched a violent attack, fatally stabbing one guard and severely injuring a second.
Witnessing the stabbing, an enraged crowd mobbed the suspect, who sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene. The Lagos State Police Command, speaking through spokesperson SP Adebisi Abimbola, confirmed the two fatalities and opened a formal homicide investigation.
Reacting to the incident, Filmhouse Group praised the security officers for putting themselves in harm’s way to protect guests and staff. Related News Why Adidas, Puma walked away from Nigerian football — Pinnick Mourinho backs Mbappe for Ballon d’Or award Liverpool agree £123m Barcola deal with PSG
