Popular Nigerian TikTok influencer, Olesanmi Afeez Opeyemi, better known as Oloba Salo, was shot by unknown gunmen in Lekki, Lagos, on Thursday evening. The incident has sent shockwaves through the online community, with many calling for improved safety and security in the city.
According to eyewitnesses, Oloba Salo was driving his white luxury car near Tantalizer Junction, Lekki, when he was ambushed by armed men on a motorcycle. The attackers allegedly shot him three times, with bullets hitting his kidney, pelvis, and leg ². In the chaos that followed, bystanders stole his gold chain.
A video shared by one of Salo’s friends shows him fighting for his life in the hospital, surrounded by medical personnel. The Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident and praised Evercare Hospital, Lekki, for promptly accepting and treating the victim.
The incident has sparked concerns about safety and security in Lagos, with many demanding a thorough investigation and swift justice for the perpetrators . Friends, fans, and colleagues are sending well-wishes for Oloba Salo’s speedy recovery.
