“I touched my hip and saw blood” — Broda Shaggi recounts stray bullet ordeal

Nigerian comedian and skit maker Samuel Perry, popularly known as Broda Shaggi, has recounted the frightening experience of being hit by a stray bullet, revealing how the incident left him seriously injured, unable to move his leg properly and uncertain about his future in the entertainment industry.

The entertainer disclosed that the incident occurred on March 9, 2026, during a work-related outing after he and his team had completed a brand activation.

He said they were leaving the location when traffic congestion caused by a crowd brought their vehicle to a halt.

According to Shaggi, what began as an ordinary working day suddenly took a frightening turn when he heard a loud bang.

In his account, shared in a video on his YouTube channel, the comedian explained that he initially struggled to understand what had happened.

Although he could see people moving and talking outside the vehicle, he could not hear their voices.

“We were done with the activation, we were already leaving. In fact, we were on the express, but there was a hold-up because there was a crowd, and all of a sudden, all I heard was a loud bang,” he recounted.

He added that the moment was followed by what felt like complete silence inside the vehicle.

“But I could still see people moving outside, people talking, but I couldn’t hear what they were saying. It was just total silence in the car,” he said.

The reality of the situation became clear when he touched his hip and noticed blood.

“Then I touched my hip and saw blood. That was when it dawned on me that I had been hit by a stray bullet,” he added.

Shaggi described the experience as terrifying, saying his immediate concern was whether he would survive.

Shaggi Loses Consciousness After Being Shot

The comedian revealed that he subsequently lost consciousness and remained unconscious until he arrived at the hospital.

He said he could not remember how he was transported to the medical facility but recalled praying for his survival as members of his team rushed him for treatment.

According to accounts published by Nigerian media, Shaggi was initially taken to Blooming Care Hospital in the Alakuko area of Lagos, where he received emergency treatment before being transferred to Duchess Hospital in Ikeja for further medical attention.

Shaggi recalled that he was bleeding, sweating and desperately hoping that a doctor would reassure him that he would survive.

He explained that medical personnel at the first hospital determined that he needed treatment beyond the facility’s available capabilities, prompting his transfer to another hospital.

At the second facility, he said medical workers quickly attended to him and moved him into the emergency room.

Although the immediate medical attention gave him some reassurance, another frightening realisation followed when he discovered that he could not move his injured leg.

The development left him worried about the possibility that the shooting could permanently affect his life and career.

Injury Raises Fears About His Entertainment Career

For Shaggi, the injury threatened more than his physical wellbeing. His comedy performances frequently involve dancing, energetic movements and physical acting, making the possibility of impaired mobility particularly distressing.

The comedian explained that he began worrying about whether he would ever be able to perform as he had before.

He also reflected on his passion for entertainment, revealing that he had maintained an extremely demanding work schedule since 2018.

According to him, his routine involved moving between writing comedy material, shooting skits, recording music and travelling for professional engagements, leaving him with little time to rest.

Being unable to participate in the activities he loved was emotionally difficult.

Shaggi said he sometimes watched videos of fellow entertainers performing and became emotional because he was uncertain whether he would regain the ability to do the same things.

He also worried that his prolonged absence from social media and entertainment could cause fans to forget him.

Despite these concerns, the comedian tried to remain productive during his recovery. He revealed that he continued writing content and began working on a YouTube series while receiving medical care.

His efforts reflected his determination to remain connected to his audience despite being unable to resume his normal activities.

Undergoes Surgery in Nigeria Before Travelling to Dubai

Shaggi disclosed that he underwent surgery in Nigeria but continued experiencing difficulties with movement in his injured leg.

According to his account, his recovery was complicated by medical concerns that initially prevented doctors from proceeding with another operation.

He later travelled to Dubai for further medical assessment and surgery after consulting a doctor there.

Shaggi said the specialist examined him and determined that the procedure could proceed despite the concerns previously raised about his condition.

The decision gave him renewed hope that he might regain mobility.

He explained that surgery had always seemed like a matter of life and death to him, making the experience particularly frightening.

Nevertheless, he said he placed his trust in God throughout the process.

The comedian recalled that his recovery improved following the procedure in Dubai. He said he was able to stand on his feet shortly after surgery, marking an important milestone after a prolonged period of limited mobility.

However, his recovery was not complete.

Shaggi explained that there had been a time when he could not move without two crutches and could not comfortably place his injured leg on the ground.

Although he later regained the ability to stand and walk without crutches, he said he continued to rely on them for support.

Emotional Struggle During Recovery

Beyond the physical injury, Shaggi revealed that the experience took an emotional toll on him.

He recalled questioning why the incident had happened to him and struggling to understand why he had to endure such pain.

The comedian said he eventually tried to find comfort in the possibility that the enforced break might give him an opportunity to rest after years of demanding work.

He also expressed gratitude that the bullet had struck his hip rather than a more vital part of his body.

Reflecting on what could have happened, he acknowledged that the consequences might have been far worse.

His account highlighted the uncertainty he experienced during recovery, particularly when he did not know whether he would regain full use of his leg or return to the activities that had defined his career.

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