As reported by Sahara Reporters, the highly anticipated performance of Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti in Majorca, Spain, saturday, May 20, 2023, has hit a snag. The singer finds himself in police custody, with his detention extended by an additional four days to facilitate further investigation into his case.
Kuti voluntarily surrendered to the authorities after being accused of assaulting a police officer in uniform on the Third Mainland Bridge on Saturday, May 13, 2023. A video capturing the incident went viral, showing the singer engaged in a heated exchange with the officer before delivering a blow to his face.
The incident quickly caught the attention of the Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba, who promptly issued a statement ordering Kuti’s arrest. The statement emphasized the need for a thorough investigation into the assault and subsequent prosecution of the musician.
Subsequently, Kuti was brought before the court on charges of assaulting a police officer, a violation of Section 356 of the Nigerian Criminal Code Act. As a result, he has been remanded in police custody until May 23, 2023.
The incident involving Seun Kuti has generated significant attention and sparked discussions about the role of public figures and the consequences of their actions. The ongoing investigation will shed more light on the circumstances surrounding the altercation and determine the appropriate legal course of action.
Fans and followers of Kuti eagerly await further developments in this case, while his scheduled performance remains on hold pending the outcome of the investigation and legal proceedings.