Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti narrowly escaped danger when a stray bullet pierced his hotel room window in the United States.
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The shocked artist shared Instagram footage showing the bullet hole with the caption: "Tell me you're in America without telling me...just chilling and BOOM!" The incident occurred during his recent U.S. trip, though he didn't disclose the exact location.
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Known for his activism, Kuti used the scare to critique American gun violence: "I read somewhere these are the civilized people." Fans flooded his comments with relief messages after he confirmed his safety.
This comes months after Kuti's 2023 police assault case in Lagos, adding to his history of controversial encounters. The video has reignited debates about US firearm laws, amassing 500K+ views in hours.
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Police haven't released statements, but the incident highlights growing concerns about random shootings in American cities.
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