Popular Nigerian TikTok star, Olesanmi Feez, better known as Oloba Salo, has been reportedly shot in Lekki, Lagos. The incident occurred on Thursday evening when Salo was attacked by gunmen in a traffic situation.
According to eyewitness accounts, Salo was shot in the legs after some armed men stopped his Mercedes-Benz car. The attackers, who were described as not being robbers since they did not take anything from him, forced the car door open and shot him before fleeing the scene.
Videos circulating online show Salo being rushed to a hospital in Lekki, with his friends and family members gathering to offer support. The hospital ward was chaotic, with medical personnel attending to his injuries. The interior of Salo’s car was found covered in blood, highlighting the severity of the attack.
Details of what led to the incident are still emerging, but it has been clarified that it was not a case of robbery. Instead, it appears to be a targeted attack. The condition of Oloba Salo remains uncertain as he battles for his life in the hospital.
The incident has sparked widespread concern and reactions from the social media community, with many calling for prayers and support for the injured influencer.