Broda Shaggi Speaks Out, Vows to Make a More Powerful Return

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Popular Nigerian skit maker and actor, Samuel Perry, better known as Broda Shaggi, has broken his months-long silence, thanking fans for remaining loyal to him during his absence from the public space.

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Shaggi, who has largely stayed away from social engagements, public appearances and shows in recent months, said he had been unable to connect with his fans in the way he wanted.

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In an emotional message shared on his WhatsApp channel on Friday, the comedian thanked those who continued to check on him and support him despite his prolonged absence.

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He said their patience and loyalty had meant more to him than he could express.

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“To everyone who’s still here… waiting, checking in, showing love, and holding me down even through the silence, thank you. I don’t think y’all truly understand how much that means to me.

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“Even when I haven’t been able to show up the way I wanted to, knowing that y’all are still here has meant more than I can put into words,” he wrote.

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The skit maker, however, did not disclose the reason for his absence, saying he was not yet ready to tell his full story.

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He hinted that he would eventually open up about what he had been going through and expressed hope that he would soon return to doing what he is known for.

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“I wish I could tell y’all everything right now… but I can’t. Not yet.

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“Just know I haven’t forgotten about you, and I haven’t stopped thinking about the day I can finally come back and really be ME with y’all again. I’m hoping that day comes soon,” he said.

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Shaggi also promised his fans that his eventual return would be stronger, while acknowledging the time he had spent away from the scene.

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“And when it does, I promise I’m coming back better, stronger, and ready to make up for all this lost time,” he added.

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“Until then, please know this from the bottom of my heart. I LOOOOOOOOR Y’ALL SOOOO MUCH. Thank you for staying. Thank you for being patient with me. Thank you for still being here,” Shaggi said.

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The message comes months after reports surrounding an alleged shooting incident involving the comedian sparked concern among his fans.

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PUNCH Online had reported that the Ogun State Police Command commenced an investigation into reports that Shaggi had sustained a gunshot injury while filming a comedy skit around the Sango-Ota area of Ogun State.

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The reported incident was said to have occurred on a Sunday afternoon while the comedian and his crew were filming under the Sango-Ota bridge.

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However, the circumstances surrounding the reported incident remained unclear, while the Ogun State Police Command said it could not confirm that the incident occurred within the state.

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In a statement issued at the time, the command’s spokesperson, Oluseyi Babaseyi, urged members of the public to avoid spreading unverified information.

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“For the sake of clarity, the command cannot confirm that Broda Shaggy was shot anywhere within Ogun State. Investigation into the matter has, however, commenced,” he said.

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“Members of the public are kindly advised to refrain from spreading unverified information and allow the investigation to run its course.”

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The Lagos State Police Command had also said detectives were alerted by a hospital about a gunshot victim receiving treatment at the facility.

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According to the command, officers who visited the hospital discovered that the victim was Shaggi.

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The command said he had an injury to his thigh, but noted that the reported location of the incident, Sango-Ota, was outside its jurisdiction.

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At the time, a source told PUNCH Online that Shaggi had initially been taken to a hospital in the Alakuko area of Lagos before being referred to another facility in Ikeja.

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However, reports surrounding the incident were later questioned on social media, while no detailed account of what happened was publicly provided by Shaggi himself or his management.

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His prolonged absence from public events, comedy shows and his usual online activities subsequently became a source of concern among fans, who continued to ask about his whereabouts and wellbeing.

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Shaggi’s latest message is his most significant public communication in months, although he stopped short of explaining what had kept him away.

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The comedian instead focused on thanking his supporters and assuring them that he had not forgotten them.

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Known for his distinctive comic character, energetic skits and appearances in Nigerian entertainment productions, Shaggi rose to prominence through social media comedy and has built a large following across various platforms.

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For now, his fans are left waiting for the full story he promised to share, and, perhaps, his return to the comedy scene.

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