DJ BIG N RECOUNTS NEAR-DEATH ROBBERY INCIDENT IN SOUTH AFRICA
Nigerian disc jockey, Nonso Temisan Ajufo, popularly known as DJ Big N, has recounted a harrowing robbery attack in South Africa that nearly claimed his life.
In an Instagram post, DJ Big N revealed that on Sunday, January 12, he and a friend were at a restaurant in Johannesburg when they were ambushed by armed robbers wielding automatic rifles.
According to him, the attackers stole valuables worth over $114,000 (approximately 176 million naira), including his wristwatch, chain, and other jewelry. During the ordeal, he was shot in the leg while attempting to escape.
Detailing the incident, he wrote:
“On Sunday, January 12th, a night out turned into both the worst and most teachable experience of my life. I went out with some friends to a fancy lounge in Johannesburg, SA. From there, I decided to head to another club with an acquaintance. On the way, at a traffic light, we were ambushed by two cars carrying six armed men with automatic rifles.”
“In the chaos, I tried to escape but got shot in the leg. One of the robbers put the rifle to my head and demanded my watch, which I struggled to remove, along with my chain and other jewelry. Bleeding heavily, I managed to get back to the car, and the driver rushed me to the nearest hospital. The bullet had passed through my leg, narrowly missing a major artery and bone. Doctors described this as miraculous, calling me ‘lucky.’ I credit my survival to divine intervention and my mother’s prayers.”
Reflecting on the incident, he shared how it changed his outlook on life:
“The experience changed my perspective on life. I lost over $114k worth of valuables that day, but I realized material possessions mean nothing. Life is fragile, and validation is meaningless. God gave me another chance, and I’m committed to living more authentically and appreciating life without unnecessary stress.”
He concluded his post with a message of resilience and forgiveness:
“This event restored my focus and reminded me of what truly matters. I am Nonso Temisan Ajufo, also known as Big N, and this is my truth. I met so many wonderful people in SA and visited so many beautiful places. Like any other country, there are bad eggs that paint the nation poorly. South Africa … I visit, I don’t judge.”
See post; https://www.instagram.com/p/DFFM0qHRH0Y/?igsh=cGtsYzYydzI2cG9l
The post garnered attention from fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry. Don Jazzy, head of Mavin Records, expressed gratitude for DJ Big N’s safety, commenting, “GOD dey for you bro. .”
Singer Davido also chimed in, writing, “God is Good.”
DJ Big N’s story serves as a sobering reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of gratitude in the face of adversity.
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