Popular Nigerian Tik Toker Salo in hospital after gun attack in Lekki
Popular Tik Toker, Odesanmi Opeyemi famously known as Olaba Salo has been hospotalised after being shot by unknown gunmean in Lekki area of Lagos State.
The incident occurred on Thursday evening, with witnesses claiming Salo was attacked while driving his white SUV around Tantalizer junction, Lekki.
A viral video shows the aftermath of the attack, with a voice claiming, “This is Salo’s car you can see it yourself. You think it is a joke. This is his blood here”.
The video shows the content creator’s vehicle with two bullet casings on the driver’s seat and bloodstains.
Passersby claimed an individual posing as a beggar approached Salo’s vehicle and opened fire when he rolled down his window.
Salo’s brother also shared a video from the hospital showing the TikTok celebrity receiving treatment.
Benjamin Hundeyin, Lagos police spokesperson, confirmed the incident to TheCable Lifestyle on Friday.
Hundeyin said Salo is receiving medical attention. He added that the police have commenced an investigation into the matter.
“I can confirm that the incident occurred. He is receiving medical attention and the investigation is ongoing,” he said.
Salo is popular for his controversial commentaries on social media
