Nigerian comedian and Nollywood actor Samuel Perry, popularly known as Broda Shaggi, has recounted his painful recovery from a stray bullet injury that kept him away from work for months, leaving him uncertain about his future in entertainment.
The skit maker shared his experience in a YouTube video published on Wednesday night, revealing how the incident affected him physically and emotionally, particularly his fear that he might never return to the demanding career he had built over the years.
The incident occurred in March 2026 while Shaggi was filming a comedy skit beneath the Sango-Ota bridge in Ogun State. According to an earlier report by PUNCH Online, the comedian sustained a gunshot injury during the shoot, although the circumstances surrounding the shooting were initially unclear.
Recounting the experience, Shaggi said he was carrying out a routine brand activation assignment when the bullet struck him. He recalled losing consciousness before reaching the hospital and praying as he was being taken for medical attention.
“I was totally unconscious till I got to the hospital. So, I didn’t even know how we got to the hospital. But one thing I could remember was me praying till we got to the first hospital where first aid was administered,” he said.
Describing the fear that gripped him as he saw blood and waited for treatment, the comedian said all he wanted was reassurance from medical personnel that he would survive.
“A lot was happening at the same time. I was sweating. I was holding my leg, you know, I was seeing blood and all I wanted to hear was a doctor or a nurse telling me Samuel, you’ll be fine,” he recalled.
Beyond the immediate pain, Shaggi said the injury forced him to confront the possibility of losing the physical ability required for his performances, which often involve dancing, singing and playing musical instruments.
He explained that he had maintained a hectic work schedule since 2018, moving between writing, filming, music production and travelling for engagements, with little time to rest.
“Since 2018 till date I never rest. It’s always back to back. If I’m not writing I’m shooting. If I’m not shooting, I’m in the studio making music. If I’m not making music, I’m travelling for something,” he said.
Being unable to work for months left him worried that his absence from the entertainment scene might affect his connection with fans. He said watching colleagues continue to perform sometimes made him emotional because he was unsure whether he would regain his previous abilities.
“There were moments where I would see videos of my colleagues. I would laugh and sometimes I would just start to cry because I wasn’t sure if I would still be able to do all these things they doing again,” he said.
Despite his condition, Shaggi said he tried to remain productive during his hospitalisation by writing and starting a YouTube series, even as he struggled with uncertainty about his recovery.
The comedian disclosed that he initially underwent surgery in Nigeria but was advised to undergo further treatment and physiotherapy. After about four months, he travelled to Dubai for additional treatment.
According to him, his recovery improved significantly following surgery in Dubai. He said he was able to stand with support on the second day and walk with crutches on the third day.
Reflecting on how narrowly he believed he escaped a more serious outcome, Shaggi expressed gratitude that the bullet struck his hip rather than a vital organ.
“It was a stray bullet and it came this way to my hip. What if it had come this way and hit my head or hit any vital organ?” he said.
Giving an update on his condition, the comedian said he could now stand without crutches, although he still relied on them for support while walking.
“I’m still using my crutches for now. But there was a period where I couldn’t move without the two crutches. I couldn’t even put my leg on the floor, you know. But now I can walk. I can stand alone without crutches, but I still have to support with the crutches,” he said.
Shaggi described surviving the incident as a second chance at life, expressing gratitude for his recovery and assuring fans that he was preparing to return to their screens with new projects.
“I’m grateful to be alive. It’s second chance. You should also be grateful to have Shaggy back on your screen because right now I’m coming with exciting projects,” he said.
His account has offered a more personal glimpse into the physical and emotional toll of the incident, highlighting the uncertainty performers can face when an unexpected injury interrupts their careers. While he continues to recover, Shaggi says he is looking forward to returning to work and entertaining his audience again.