Popular Nigerian TikToker Ojesanmi Afeez Opeyemi, known as Oloba Salo, is battling for his life following a violent attack. Fellow skit creator Habeeb Hamzat, better known as Peller, has come forward with disturbing details about the incident that has left the social media community reeling.
On Tuesday evening, reports emerged of Oloba Salo being shot by unknown assailants in Lagos. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as the TikToker was rushed to a nearby hospital. A video circulating on social media shows Oloba Salo in critical condition, surrounded by medical staff working frantically to save his life.
In a video posted to his 1.2 million followers on Wednesday morning, Peller shared the gravity of Oloba Salo’s condition. The bullet entered through his arm and traveled to his spine,” Peller said, his voice heavy with concern. It also hit his kidney. The situation is dire, and only divine intervention can help him walk again.”
This latest tragedy comes on the heels of another misfortune for Oloba Salo, whose car was recently destroyed in a fire.
The news has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s social media landscape, with fans and fellow content creators expressing their disbelief and offering prayers for Oloba Salo’s recovery.
Local influencer Adewale Adeyemi told our reporter, “This is a wake-up call for all of us in the industry. We need to be more cautious about our safety and the information we share online.”
Some commenters on Peller’s video speculated about potential motives. User @d4nkuproperties_ng wrote, “Abi na because him go say he wan hammer for one video them do am like that? That’s why you have to know the use of words.”
Others, like @elegantstella21, urged caution among content creators: “Chicken my joy giver should learn from this and keep his mouth shut.
This incident highlights the potential risks faced by social media personalities in Nigeria. Dr. Oluwaseun Adebayo, a media studies professor at the University of Lagos, commented, “The line between online persona and real life is increasingly blurred for these young influencers. This tragic event underscores the need for better security measures and media literacy.”
Lagos State Police spokesperson, ASP Bala Elkana, stated, “We are actively investigating this shooting. We urge the public to come forward with any information that might assist in apprehending the perpetrators.
As Oloba Salo fights for his life, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by public figures in the digital age. The TikTok community and fans across Nigeria continue to rally behind the young star, hoping for a miraculous recovery.
