Breaking: Police Break Silence Over Alleged Shooting Of Broda Shaggi

Breaking: Police Break Silence Over Alleged Shooting Of Broda Shaggi

  • The Ogun State Police Command denies reports of entertainer Broda Shaggi being shot in the southwest state
  • The Command disclosed that it has initiated investigations to verify the unconfirmed shooting incident involving the popular comedian
  • The state police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, urges the public to rely on official communications during the investigation

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Abeokuta, Ogun State - The Ogun State Police Command said it cannot confirm that entertainer, Samuel Animashaun Perry, known professionally as Broda Shaggi, was allegedly shot within the state.

The state police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, said no such incident has been reported at any Police formation across the State.

Police investigate reports of Broda Shaggi shooting
Police clarify the alleged shooting of Broda Shaggi. Photo credit: @PoliceNG/@mslaggert
Source: Twitter

Legit.ng reports that Broda Shaggi was reportedly hospitalised after sustaining an injury on a movie location in Ogun state.

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According to reports, the actor and skit maker was rushed to one medical facility but had to be moved to another.

Babaseyi said investigations have been initiated to ascertain the facts and verify the claim.

This was disclosed in a statement issued via the state police X handle @OgunPoliceNG on Friday, March 13, 2026.

The police spokesperson added that the Command is actively carrying out necessary investigations to determine the true circumstances of the report.

“In line with the Command’s commitment to professionalism and transparency, investigations have been initiated to ascertain the facts and verify the claim. The Command is actively carrying out necessary investigations to determine the true circumstances of the report.”

Babaseyi advised the public to rely solely on official Police communication while the investigation runs its course.

He assured Nigerians that the Command remains committed to the safety of all residents and the maintenance of law and order in the state.

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Nigerians react to alleged shooting of Broda Shaggi

@nnaemek06903501

If the command is committed as claimed, now extortion and harassment by Ogun police officers would have been stopped. Peace.

@Opaconnecty

Everything in Nigeria now is cruise and content. May God deliver us.

@Popmercy007

I'm curious why no arrest the person who made the post?

@Adeshina_Pella

They must dig out the owner of the account that broadcast the news

@TOmoyelu

Police done run oooo operations, deny everything

@HaadiJimoh

Fake news is a huge problem

@dammygtnet

Then why the lie? Let’s see how it ends.

Broda Shaggi sparks buzz with Loved-Up photos

Recall that Nigerian comedian Broda Shaggi sparked massive reactions online after sharing romantic photos with former Big Brother Naija star Dorathy Bachor.

The entertainer revealed that from the first day he saw Dorathy, his heart knew she was the one, and he called on fans to wish them well as they begin their journey together.

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Dorathy Bachor responded in the comment section, expressing her affection for Shaggi, sparking mixed reactions from fans .

Broda Shaggi speaks on Temi, Mr. Eazi's love

Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Temi Otedola’s wedding might have come and gone, but many of their guests were still reflecting on the experience.

Broda Shaggi shared new photos of himself from the event, detailing what it felt like to be in the presence of two people in love.

The actor and influencer’s new update got fans sharing their heartfelt reactions in the comments.

Source: Legit.ng

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Adekunle Dada (Politics and Current Affairs Editor) Adekunle Dada is a trained journalist with over 8 years of working experience. He is also a Politics/Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng. He holds a B.Sc. in Mass Communication from Lagos State University, Ojo. Adekunle previously worked at PM News, The Sun, and Within Nigeria, where he expressed his journalistic skills with well-researched articles and features. In 2024, Adekunle obtained a certificate in advanced digital reporting from the Google News Initiative. He can be reached via adekunle.dada@corp.legit.ng.