Renowned Nigerian musician, Seun Kuti, son of the legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, has surrendered himself to the police for assaulting a police officer in an incident that took place few days ago in Lagos.
Recall Truth Live News reported that the altercation occurred during a heated confrontation between Seun Kuti and a police officer on the Third Mainland Bridge Lagos. The details surrounding the cause of the altercation remains unclear, but it is reported that tempers flared, resulting in a physical altercation between the musician and the law enforcement officer.
The arrest of Seun Kuti has garnered significant attention due to his prominent status in the Nigerian music scene and his outspoken activism on social and political issues. The musician has often used his platform to criticize governmental policies and advocate for social change.
Authorities have indicated that Seun Kuti will be charged with assault on a police officer, a serious offense that could carry significant legal consequences if he is found guilty. The musician is expected to appear in court in the coming days to face these charges.
Seun Kuti, a multiple award-winning musician known for his energetic performances and socially conscious music, has not released an official statement regarding the incident or his arrest at this time.
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