Nigerian music promoter and socialite Samson Erinfolami Balogun, widely known as Sam Larry, has become a trending topic on social media following multiple reports about a fatal road accident. According to reports, Sam Larry was hospitalised after a collision along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road in Lagos State in the early hours of Saturday. The accident involved the vehicle conveying the close associate of singer Naira Marley, which reportedly collided with a trailer, leaving it extensively damaged. The crash claimed the life of Sam Larry’s bouncer, who died at the scene.
Sam Larry's Last Instagram Post Draws Attention
Following the reports, netizens flooded the socialite's Instagram page, reacting to his last post, which was shared five days before the incident. The post included pictures of Sam Larry, Naira Marley, and some friends in suits as they posed for the camera. The socialite also included a motivational message that read, '@nairamarley @samlarry_10 Ijoba ✌️Your future is created by what you do consistently, not by what you do occasionally, just Keep grinding in silence. Consistency will make your success impossible to ignore.'
Reactions from Netizens
Legit.ng compiled some of the comments from his page. Amelmooie commented: 'Accident can happen to anybody this has nothing to do with Mohbad... If the traffic rules or speed limit is violated Accident will happen... Olodo uprising people.' Shailaraveendran said: 'Hope he’s fine.' Ogunleye6996 commented: 'Baba dada if you never bully mohbad may you escape this accident sir.' Habeeba8713 said: 'Get well soon, Larry! May the good lord perfect ur healing, aamin.' Robert_comedy commented: 'Boss I are coming out stronger nothing go happen to you boss’s.' Nikky_luxetouch said: 'Wishing you quick recovery.' Realzlit commented: 'Wish you in good shape ?sam larry.' The_soother__________ commented: 'Dear Sam Larry, God will grant you a speedy recovery May his divine hands rest on you and hasten your healing. You are a good man and at this point may Gods love keep you for us, you are not going to lose your life. You are regaining strength.'
Official Statements Pending
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from Sam Larry’s family or management regarding his condition. Similarly, the police and other relevant authorities had yet to issue an official account of the circumstances surrounding the crash or confirm the reported casualty.
Background: VDM Spotted with Sam Larry
Legit.ng previously reported that a video showed Verydarkman in a studio with some notable personalities, including Phyno, Burna Boy, Naira Marley, Kokopee, Sam Larry, and others. Verydarkman kept the mood light as he dropped bars on the mic, entertaining with his antics.
