Suspected cultists disrupt Poco Lee’s “Homecoming” concert, injure Bella Shmurda and others

A concert organized by Nigerian dancer Poco Lee was disrupted by suspected cultists on Thursday, July 14, 2023. The concert, which was held at the Lagos State University (LASU) campus in Ojo, was attended by hundreds of people.

The disruption occurred midway through the concert when a group of men stormed the venue and began attacking attendees. Several people were injured, including popular Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda.

Shmurda was reportedly hit on the head with a bottle, and he sustained a deep cut. He was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Others who were injured include Poco Lee’s manager, Kogbagidi, and dancer Kogbagidi. They were also taken to the hospital for treatment.

The police have yet to make any arrests in connection with the incident. However, they are investigating the matter.

The disruption of Poco Lee’s concert is a reminder of the growing problem of cultism in Nigeria. Cults are often involved in violence, and they pose a threat to public safety.

The government needs to take action to address the problem of cultism. This includes providing more resources to the police and working to educate young people about the dangers of cultism.

In the meantime, people should be aware of the signs of cult activity, and they should report any suspicious behavior to the authorities.

Background

Cultism is a serious problem in Nigeria. It is estimated that there are over 500 different cults operating in the country. These cults are often involved in violence, drug trafficking, and other criminal activities.

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of cult-related violence on university campuses. In 2022, there were at least 10 reported cases of cult-related violence on university campuses in Nigeria.

The “Homecoming” concert

Poco Lee’s “Homecoming” concert was a major event for LASU students. The concert was expected to attract thousands of people, and it was a chance for students to celebrate their university and their culture.

The concert was initially scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 13, 2023. However, it was postponed to Thursday, July 14, 2023, due to bad weather.

The concert started off without any problems. However, midway through the concert, a group of men stormed the venue and began attacking attendees.

The men were reportedly armed with bottles, machetes, and other weapons. Theyindiscriminately attacked people, regardless of whether they were students or not.

The attack caused panic among the crowd, and people began to flee the venue. The men chased after some of the people, and they continued to attack them.

The aftermath

The attack on Poco Lee’s concert left several people injured. Bella Shmurda was one of the most seriously injured victims. He was hit on the head with a bottle, and he sustained a deep cut. He was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Others who were injured include Poco Lee’s manager, Kogbagidi, and dancer Kogbagidi. They were also taken to the hospital for treatment.

The police have yet to make any arrests in connection with the incident. However, they are investigating the matter.

The disruption of Poco Lee’s concert is a reminder of the growing problem of cultism in Nigeria. Cults are often involved in violence, and they pose a threat to public safety.

The government needs to take action to address the problem of cultism. This includes providing more resources to the police, and working to educate young people about the dangers of cultism.

In the meantime, people should be aware of the signs of cult activity, and they should report any suspicious behavior to the authorities.

The future of cultism in Nigeria

The future of cultism in Nigeria is uncertain. However, it is clear that the problem is not going away anytime soon. The government needs to take serious action to address the problem, or it will continue to pose a threat to public safety.

In the meantime, young people need to be aware of the dangers of cultism. They should avoid joining cults, and they should report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

Conclusion

The disruption of Poco Lee’s concert is a sad reminder of the growing problem of cultism in Nigeria. It is important to take action to address this problem, and to protect young people from the dangers of cultism.