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Assault: Seun Kuti Apologizes, Compensate Officer With ₦12,000
In light of the recent incident leading to the arrest and detention of Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti, he has expressed his remorse and provided a sum of ₦12,000 to the assaulted officer to repair his damaged vehicle.
Reliable sources familiar with the matter confirmed this development to our correspondent on Monday.
The officer had trailed Seun Kuti to his residence in Akin Osiyemi, off Allen Avenue, Ikeja, after the musician collided with the officer’s vehicle on the Third Mainland bridge.
According to a source, Seun Kuti was responsible for the collision, and the officer followed him to address the situation. However, upon exiting his car, the musician slapped the officer, as captured in the trending video. Subsequently, the officer reported the incident at the Police Command in Ikeja.
“The officer was alone. After the altercation, he followed Seun Kuti to his home in Ikeja, where the musician apologized and gave him ₦12,000 for the repair of his damaged vehicle,” another source disclosed.
The officer then reported the incident at the Area F Police Command in Ikeja and submitted the ₦12,000 at the counter while providing a written statement regarding the altercation.
Presently, Seun Kuti is being held at the State Criminal Investigation Department, also known as Panti, in Yaba, Lagos State, following his visit to the FCID (Force Criminal Investigation Department) concerning the alleged assault.
Accompanied by a lawyer representing Falana and Falana Chambers, the law firm of renowned human rights activist Femi Falana, SAN, the musician was seen in handcuffs during a parade by police officers at the SCID, Lagos, as depicted in video clips and pictures obtained by our correspondent.
In response to an inquiry about Seun Kuti’s apology and compensation, the Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident during a telephone interview with our correspondent on Monday.
He stated that Seun Kuti apologized to the officer on Saturday and gave him ₦12,000 for the repair of his damaged vehicle after the officer followed him to his residence in Ikeja following the altercation.
“Although the investigation is still ongoing, your correspondence is correct. Seun Kuti apologized to the officer on Saturday and gave him ₦12,000 for vehicle repair after the officer followed him to his house in Ikeja after the altercation. Fortunately, the officer had already reported the incident at the Area F Police Command and deposited the ₦12,000 there before the video of the assault went viral on social media,” Hundeyin explained.
Previously, the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, had ordered the arrest of the musician and called for a swift and thorough investigation into the alleged assault, with subsequent prosecution of the suspect. In a social media post obtained by our correspondent on Saturday night, Seun Kuti claimed that the police officer in question attempted to murder him and his family.
However, in another Instagram post following the IG’s order for his arrest, Seun Kuti welcomed the investigation and expressed his willingness to fully cooperate. He also prayed that anyone at fault would face appropriate consequences.
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has demanded the immediate prosecution of Seun Kuti, stating that no one has the right to assault a police officer in uniform and on official duty, regardless of the officer’s offense. The PSC Chairman, Dr. Solomon Arase, a retired Inspector-General of Police, emphasized that Seun’s arraignment would serve as a deterrent to other citizens.
Nollywood actress Annie Idibia has reappeared on social media nearly two months after her widely publicized separation from Nigerian music icon 2Baba.
Her return to Instagram has drawn significant attention, especially after she wiped her account clean, deleting all previous posts.
The actress’ sudden social media reset has fueled speculation about a fresh start, as fans and industry watchers analyze her next move.
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Annie and 2Baba, who share two children, officially ended their marriage in January 2025, following a public announcement by the singer.
Reports indicate that Annie sought rehabilitation after the breakup, while 2Baba has since moved on and is engaged to Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru.
Fans remain eager to see what comes next for the actress.
Nollywood actor Kunle Remi and his wife, Tiwi, are celebrating the arrival of their first child after enduring a difficult medical journey filled with unexpected challenges.
Sharing the news on Instagram on Wednesday, Remi reflected on the trials they faced, including a premature birth that required their baby to spend 80 days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
He also revealed that Tiwi had to be on complete bed rest following a surprising medical discovery, while they both managed demanding schedules and frequent travel.
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“From an early arrival… to the unfolding of God’s perfect timing. Our story is living proof that God is God — unfailing, unwavering, and faithful till the very end,” Remi wrote, expressing gratitude for their journey.
Kunle and Tiwi’s love story captured public attention when the actor proposed during a visit to the U.S. in early 2024.
The couple later tied the knot in a grand wedding in January, attended by many Nollywood stars.
Following the announcement, fans, colleagues, and well-wishers flooded social media with congratulatory messages, celebrating the couple’s resilience and the joyous arrival of their baby.
The public dispute between renowned singer Timi Dakolo and Pastor Femi Lazarus has intensified, with Dakolo now accusing the Light Nation Church founder of profiting from ministry teachings.
The controversy first erupted when the two clashed over whether gospel artistes should charge fees for performing at church events.
Pastor Lazarus, in a widely circulated video, argued that gospel musicians should not demand payment for ministering, insisting that they should trust God for provision rather than seeking financial gain.
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According to him, gospel artistes are not mere entertainers but ministers of the gospel.
Dakolo, however, pushed back against this view, accusing pastors of pressuring gospel singers to offer their services for free.
He defended their right to earn a living, pointing out the financial responsibilities they face.
He also suggested that instead of expecting professional gospel musicians to perform without payment, pastors should focus on developing their church choirs.
Clarifying his stance, Dakolo stated that his response was made out of respect and love. He emphasized that, while he grew up in the church, he does not identify as a gospel artist.
However, he then shifted the discussion by accusing Pastor Lazarus of charging students for enrollment in his ministry school, which provides Christian teachings.
According to Dakolo, the school’s enrollment fee is approximately $150 per student, with about 1,000 students reportedly registered. He backed up his claims by sharing a screenshot that allegedly details the fee structure.
He criticized the pastor for monetizing what he described as a “freely given gift and revelation.”
“All this was said in love and with respect, sir. I am not a gospel artist but a Christian raised in church. Let’s not shift the goal post,” Dakolo stated.
“By your definition, if anyone charges to minister, they are not gospel artists; they are performers. And by that definition, if any preacher charges to teach and minister, they are merchants of hope and motivational speakers too.”
Questioning the structure of the ministry school, he added:
“Sir, you are charging as low as $150 per person for your school of ministry, teaching and preaching Jesus, probably having as much as 1,000 students. Let’s do the maths. You even have premium and standard for God’s house? Are you not selling the gift and revelation freely given to you? Again, let’s not keep shifting the goal post.”
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