TikToker Salo hospitalised after gun attack in Lekki
Odesanmi Opeyemi, the TikTok celebrity better known as Oloba Salo, has been shot by an unknown gunman in the 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”.
Been seeing different news about Salo being shot in Lekki… I really hope he’s ok cos why would anyone even do that man💔 pic.twitter.com/SWUqyuXccq
—Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) October 11, 2024
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.
Salo has reportedly been shõt 3 times. The bvllet is said to have affected his kidney & pelvic. I hope he survives 🥴 pic.twitter.com/vstP1liXU7
—OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) October 10, 2024
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.
