Many Nigerians were first shocked when news hit the internet that fast-rising actor, Ani Iyoho, was burnt almost beyond recognition while playing a movie role that involved fire.
Initially, some thought it was purely a publicity stunt, but when pictures of the Akwa Ibom State born actor on his hospital bed were released, those who first doubted the story had a rethink.
For those who may not know, the actor was reportedly assured by the special effect lady on the set that all would be well. In fact, Iyoho trusted the lady, which Aproko247 confirmed via the actor’s Instagram post a day to the unfortunate incident.
Before the scene was shot, Aproko247 gathered that Iyoho was in high spirit, expecting all to go smoothly as planned, but that was later obviously not the case. He even informed his fans of his intention to do what has not been done in Nollywood.
Iyoho had only returned from a shoot in Ghana and headed straight to Lagos for the scene, which we learnt took place at Eleko.
“Wrapped up on #BlurredLines here in Accra, Ghana directed by Dickson Dzakpasu @dicksondzakpasu. I’m heading to Lagos, Nigeria tomorrow to finish the hottest scene on #behindthewheels Directed by Stanlee Ohikhuere @stanleeohikhuare
“I call this wrap scene the #hottest because we will be playing with #fire. I’m about to go down in history as probably the first Nigerian to be set on fire in a #nollywood #movie #production. I’m #excited about it. I hope it goes well. I have a lot of faith in the #sfxmakeup artist Dorothea Kwofie @dorothea_kwofie. She assures me I’ll be alright and she’s the best SFX artist I know in Africa so I believe her. Looking forward to this,” the actor posted a day to the unfortunate incident.
However, since the stunt went awful, Nigerians have lambasted the actor for putting his life at risk “unnecessarily.”
“Finally happened,.. God help you,” a follower of the actor posted on his (Iyoho) timeline.
Another wrote, “My guy honestly I respect you a lot u tried so much it’s not easy get well soon bro, at least when u recover u will be a motivational speaker to Christians and adviser to sinners cos u have tested a bit of fire.”
i_am_nimako said, “Man you are a big fool. Anyway get well soon, while tollouofficial said “Sadly she couldn’t do anything…. God be with you.”
wonder_eu wrote “Father please heal him. This just breaks my heart and dami_lawanson@ade_nikke said “and the stupid man was still recording the movie scene ah ah!!!”
itoodoAniiiiiii? “What in the world happened? I hope you get better soon. May the spirit of God revitalize your body.
goody_two_shoes “May God and his divine healing be with you?. I pray that the lord not only heals you but blesses you too for it was not your fault. I still don’t understand why they would be shooting a fire scene without fire men and more than one fire extinguisher. I will continue my prayers for you.
soniabrown1989 “I won’t try it at home nor a any place
soniabrown1989 “This is Ani, Ani is an actor, he had to act a very hot scene, Ani set himself ablaze, Ani isn’t smart don’t be like Ani.
ayeyi_minka “Just tell us its true or not…
iamhamona “tCouldn’t believe my eyes …so sad ….may God heal you
oluwakemi_feyisayo “Get well soon bro
yves_labelle “This is totally and completely a very sad situation…I enjoyed watching you in lekki wives…but im totally heart broken by what I just saw…Please get well Iyoho and I equally pray you can strong and healthy body and muscles. I put you in my prayers bro
tuminihally “Well I have seen on twitter so many people saying this is a publicity stunt and that he is alright. First off, I’m glad he’s fine if indeed this is a stunt, at least he’s alive. Second, if this is true then he is a very stupid person and a wicked one at that. How do you mess with people’s feelings all in the name of stunts? Do you know how many people out here are worried sick about you? I actually have been sending messages to check up to know if you are fine and you have been silent! You are a very wicked man and this isn’t even funny. Nigerians we play too much and take things for granted a lot. I really hope you are fine and at the same time you are mad for this nonsense you have done. I hope you don’t lose your fan base.”
