Authorities in Oyo state have detained two individuals, identified as Supo Kosemani and Bankole Ayoola, over allegations of assaulting and attempting to harm a 15-year-old at a movie set.

The incident reportedly occurred on March 10 at the Ibrahim Chatta Movie Village in the Fashola area of Oyo town. Both individuals were said to be part of the crew at the movie village.

Olorunpoto Rahaman, the lawmaker representing Oyo East/Oyo West in the state assembly, confirmed the incident.

On March 8, Ayoola visited the victim’s residence and informed her grandmother of a need to go to a movie set in Oyo town for a role. Allegedly, Ayoola had previously visited the victim’s school in Ogbomoso for a drama event and invited those interested in acting to sign up. The victim, an SS2 student, was among those who expressed interest.

Ayoola allegedly threatened the victim and simulated a suicide scene before taking her to the movie set, where he purportedly made unwelcome sexual advances. Feeling threatened, she sought refuge with Kosemani, who assured her safety. However, on March 10, Kosemani reportedly confined her.

The victim was examined by medical personnel at the movie village before being taken to Oyo State General Hospital for further medical assessments and treatment.

Both suspects have been arrested and are being held at the police headquarters in Iyaganku. They are scheduled to appear in court on March 18.

Rahaman stated, “As the Honourable representing the constituency where the incident happened, I have been engaging key actors in the management of the case right from the point of arrest of the suspects.” Rahaman also commended the efforts of those involved in providing support for the victim, including the SafeHaven Initiative and Mr. Sunday Olaniyi, an affiliate of the Ibrahim Chatta Movie Village. The case has been reported to the state Ministry of Women Affairs to provide the victim with necessary support.