Nigerian media personality Madame Joyce found herself in a tense and unexpected situation after being surrounded by a group of area boys who mistakenly identified her as the famous rapper, Zlatan Ibile.
A Case of Mistaken Identity on Lagos Streets
The incident, which caused significant alarm, occurred because Madame Joyce was driving a vehicle belonging to the popular music star. The area boys, upon seeing the distinctive car, immediately assumed the driver was Zlatan himself and moved to surround the automobile.
In a frantic effort to clear up the confusion and ensure her safety, Madame Joyce was forced to raise her voice and cry out to the gathering crowd. She desperately explained that the car was only loaned to her and that she was not the artiste they were looking for. Her pleas of "I'm not Zlatan, he only let me use his car!" were captured in a now-viral video from the scene.
The Viral Video and Public Reaction
The dramatic moment was shared widely on social media, particularly on the popular blog Linda Ikeji's Instagram page. The post, made on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 11:09 AM, featured the video showing the unfolding event. The caption directed viewers to watch the clip, which quickly sparked reactions from concerned fans and followers online.
This event highlights the potential dangers and misunderstandings that can arise in Nigeria's bustling urban centers, especially when high-profile celebrity assets like cars are involved. It serves as a reminder of the intense public fascination with celebrities and how quickly situations can escalate based on mere association.
Thankfully, the situation was resolved without reported physical harm after Madame Joyce successfully communicated her true identity. The incident, however, has left a memorable mark on the discourse surrounding celebrity culture and public safety in Lagos.
