Nigerian comedian Samuel Perry, popularly known as Broda Shaggi, has revealed that a stray bullet struck his hip on March 9, 2026, as he and his team were leaving a brand activation. The injury forced him to undergo surgery in Nigeria and later in Dubai, and he spent months away from the public eye, fearing he would never perform again.
How the Shooting Happened
According to Shaggi's account shared on October 21, 2026, the incident occurred after he had completed a brand activation assignment with his team. They were leaving the area and had reached the expressway when traffic slowed because of a crowd. He suddenly heard a loud bang. At first, he could see people moving and talking outside the vehicle but could not hear what they were saying. When he touched his hip, he discovered that he was bleeding, realising he had been hit by what he described as a stray bullet.
The comedian said he was overwhelmed by fear and kept thinking about whether he would survive. He eventually lost consciousness and remained unconscious until he arrived at the hospital. “I didn’t want to die,” he said while recounting the experience.
Medical Treatment and Surgery
Shaggi was initially taken to a hospital where staff administered first aid before he was transferred because the facility did not have enough equipment to manage his condition. He recalled sweating, holding his injured leg and desperately hoping a doctor would tell him that he would be fine.
When the shooting first became public in March, PUNCH reported that Shaggi was taken to Blooming Care Hospital in Alakuko, Lagos, before being referred to Duchess Hospital in Ikeja. The Lagos State Police Command confirmed that a private hospital had reported a gunshot victim who was identified as the comedian. However, there was uncertainty about where the shooting actually happened. Early reports placed the incident beneath the Sango-Ota bridge in Ogun State. The Ogun State Police Command subsequently said it could not confirm that the shooting occurred within its jurisdiction. The Guardian also reported allegations from anonymous sources suggesting that the incident might have occurred around the Ajegunle axis in Lagos and that personnel connected to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) might have been involved. The NSCDC said it was investigating the report. However, the public reports reviewed do not establish who fired the bullet or confirm that security personnel were responsible.
Recovery in Dubai and Return to Mobility
The bullet struck Shaggi in the hip, and after surgery in Nigeria, he struggled with movement in his injured leg. He recalled waking up in pain and finding that he could not move his leg as he had hoped. For someone whose performances often involve dancing and energetic physical comedy, the uncertainty was particularly frightening. Shaggi said he had grown up dancing with his father and could not imagine a future in which he could no longer dance, sing or perform.
Shaggi eventually travelled to Dubai for further surgery after his initial treatment in Nigeria did not restore movement in his leg. In Dubai, he was examined by a doctor he identified as Dr Anil. Shaggi said the doctor discussed the procedure with him and agreed to proceed with the surgery. The comedian described the decision as a turning point because it gave him renewed hope that he could regain his mobility. He said his recovery progressed quickly after the operation. According to his account, he was able to stand with support on the second day and walk with crutches on the third day. Shaggi said he could stand without crutches and walk by the time he shared his story, although he still needed them for support.
Impact on Career and Mental Wellbeing
Before the shooting, Shaggi had maintained a demanding work schedule for years, moving between writing content, filming skits, making music and travelling for engagements. Being unable to work for months affected both his livelihood and his sense of purpose. He said he tried to keep himself occupied during his hospitalisation by writing and working on a YouTube series. However, watching other entertainers continue producing content was emotionally difficult because he did not know whether he would be able to return to the same level of activity. “There were moments where I would see videos of my colleagues. I would laugh and sometimes I would just start to cry,” he recalled.
Shaggi also worried about losing the audience he had built over the years. After spending months away from his usual work, he feared that fans might move on without him. In August, he shared a hospital clip and acknowledged the support he had received while away. On October 20, he posted a video reflecting on the incident and promised to share his story the following day. The full account, released on October 21, offered a more detailed explanation of his injury, medical treatment and the emotional difficulties he experienced during recovery. He also used the opportunity to reassure fans that he was preparing new projects. Rather than asking people to feel sorry for him, Shaggi said he wanted them to be grateful that he had survived. He described the experience as a second chance at life and promised to return to their screens with new work.
Unanswered Questions
Despite Shaggi's detailed account, one major question remains unanswered: who fired the bullet? The comedian described the projectile as a stray bullet, but the public accounts reviewed do not identify the shooter or establish the circumstances in which the weapon was discharged. The initial reports also differed over whether the shooting happened in Ogun State or Lagos. The Ogun police said they could not confirm that the incident occurred within their jurisdiction, while the NSCDC said it was investigating allegations that its personnel might have been involved. No conclusive public investigation finding was identified in the reports reviewed for this article.
