Nigerian disc jockey, Nonso Temisan Ajufo, better known as DJ Big N, has shared a harrowing account of how he narrowly escaped death during a robbery attack in Johannesburg, South Africa.
On Sunday, January 12, 2025, DJ Big N was on his way to a club with an acquaintance when their vehicle was ambushed by a gang of six armed men.
The robbers, who approached in two cars, held the duo at gunpoint, demanding valuables. DJ Big N was shot in the leg while attempting to escape the attack.
The assailants made off with jewellery and other valuables worth $114,000. The DJ was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors described his survival as “miraculous.”
In an emotional Instagram post, DJ Big N recounted the traumatic experience, saying, “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 another acquaintance. On the way, at a traffic light, we were ambushed by two cars carrying six armed men with automatic rifles.”
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The incident has left DJ Big N shaken but grateful to be alive.