Popular Nigerian actor and movie director, Azeez Ololade Ijaduade, has reportedly been shot by a trigger-happy policeman in Iperu, Ogun State.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, casting a shadow over the New Year’s Eve.
The distressing news was shared on Instagram by Ijaduade’s colleague, Abiodun Adebanjo (@iamabiodunadebanjo), in a midnight post that sought urgent assistance for the actor.
Adebanjo’s post read, “Please, we need help in Iperu. My director, Azeez Ijaduade, @kingzeez1, was shot by a Nigeria Police personnel. Anybody with the contacts of the Police IG or Commissioner should reach out.”
According to reports, Azeez Ijaduade had attended an end-of-year party in Iperu, where an argument ensued between the organizers and the police. The disagreement reportedly led to an accidental discharge by the police officer, resulting in Ijaduade sustaining gunshot wounds.
Confirming the incident, Omolola Odutola, the spokesperson for Ogun State Police, stated that the actor is currently in stable condition.
“Yes we got the story, but I can confirm to you that the Nollywood actor is in a stable condition now,” she said.
