Seun Kuti Slaps Police Officer On Third Mainland Bridge; Video Goes Viral

Renowned Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, was involved in a startling incident on the Third Mainland Bridge that has left social media buzzing.

“Seun Kuti, in a shocking turn of events, slapped and shoved a police officer he was confronting on the Third Mainland bridge. A video of the incident has since gone viral.”

Incident Details

The incident, which occurred yesterday, saw the Afrobeat artist, known for his vocal activism and critical stand against government policies, embroiled in a heated altercation with a uniformed police officer.

The Viral Video

The video, now viral on Twitter, shows Kuti in a verbal exchange with the officer, which quickly escalated into physical contact. The visibly enraged Kuti could be seen shoving the officer, followed by a resounding slap that left bystanders shocked.

Public Reaction

As the video made its rounds online, it sparked a variety of reactions from the public. Some sympathized with Kuti, seeing his actions as a reflection of the frustration many Nigerians feel towards the police. Others, however, condemned his actions as irresponsible and disrespectful to law enforcement.

1. User A tweeted, “Princemoye1 BenHundeyin deal with this man. He assaulted an innocent Police officer doing his job. Send him to jail to teach others a lesson.”
2. User B wrote, “Nobody is above the law; Seun Kuti (Mr. Know All) slapping a policeman should serve a jail term for it. We might not like the Nigerian police, but give them the respect they deserve. He preaches good governance while beating a police officer.”

Seun Kuti’s Response

So far, Seun Kuti, the youngest son of legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, has yet to comment on the incident. His fans and critics alike await his response with bated breath.