LAGOS, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA)- A tense moment unfolded during a recent outdoor film production when actress and filmmaker Bimbo Ademoye challenged a group of street thugs who demanded payment before allowing filming to continue.
The confrontation, which happened at an unconfirmed location in Lagos, quickly spread online after a video surfaced on Thursday.
In the footage, three to five men often referred to locally as “agberos” approached the crew, insisting on a settlement fee.
This type of demand is widely known in the city, where all forms of public shoots are frequently targeted by street thugs seeking quick cash.
Despite their numbers and intimidation tactics, Ademoye stood her ground and refused to give in, fiercely telling their leader that she “is a street girl.”
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Speaking in both English, Yoruba, and Nigerian Pidgin, she stated that she was not against “settling” street thugs, but rejected being pressured into paying a fixed amount.
“I am a street girl, let me tell you. Ask around, when it comes to matters of the street, I like settling boys. But you don’t come to me and tell me to give you a certain amount,” she said.
When one of the men insisted he was not begging, Ademoye quickly fired back, saying, “Yes, you came to beg. You are even being proud of it.”
The situation briefly escalated when one of the opposing men threatened to turn off her camera. Ademoye responded sharply, “Camera that nobody in your generation has.”
Although no physical fight broke out and no weapons were seen, filming was interrupted.
Still, Ademoye’s calm yet firm reaction drew widespread praise across social media, with many fans applauding her confidence.
In the clip, the actress questioned the group’s sense of entitlement. She asked whether they worked for her and pushed back against the idea that they controlled public spaces.
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Incidents like this continue to affect Nollywood outdoor productions, forcing many filmmakers to avoid real street locations.
Industry figures such as Toyin Abraham and Damilola Oni have also raised concerns about similar experiences, calling for action from authorities.
The viral clip has reignited conversations about safety and creative freedom in Nigeria’s film industry, with many urging stronger measures from both security authorities and the national film body to protect crews working in public spaces.
