Nigerian disc jockey and sister of Grammy-nominated singer Ayra Starr, DJ Salt, has shared photos of her new Mercedes-Benz on Instagram, referring to it as her "new toy." The post comes weeks after she disclosed that area boys had damaged her previous car in Lagos after mistaking her for Ayra Starr. The incident had left her upset, and she shared her experience on social media.
The incident occurred when area boys, commonly known as agberos, stopped DJ Salt's car and demanded money. When she refused, they damaged her vehicle, shouting Ayra Starr's name in the process. This experience was part of a wider conversation among Lagos residents about alleged harassment by agberos and the risks faced by motorists in some parts of the city.
Reacting to a post by media personality Tunde Ednut about the issue, DJ Salt shared her own experience, stating that the damage to her car was "so sad." Ednut had criticized the alleged practice, saying motorists driving expensive cars were increasingly being targeted by area boys in Lagos. He added that motorists who refused to give them money could have their cars stoned or damaged.
DJ Salt has built her own profile as a DJ and is known publicly as the sister of Ayra Starr. Her latest post has drawn attention because of its timing, coming after she spoke publicly about the damage to her previous car and the circumstances surrounding the incident. The post has sparked interest among her followers, with many commenting on her new car.
The new Mercedes-Benz is DJ Salt's first public revelation since the incident, and she did not state whether the new car was purchased specifically to replace the vehicle that was damaged. The price of the new car was also not disclosed. DJ Salt's post included images of her in the new car, showcasing her excitement.
The conversation about harassment by agberos and the risks faced by motorists in Lagos has been ongoing, with many residents sharing their experiences on social media. DJ Salt's experience added to the growing concerns, and her new post has sparked a fresh conversation about her experience and the wider issue.
DJ Cuppy, another popular Nigerian personality, recently revealed that she wants to leave social media for village life, citing the pressures of maintaining a public image. Meanwhile, DJ Salt's new car has become a topic of discussion, with many congratulating her on her new vehicle.
Key points
- DJ Salt's new Mercedes-Benz comes weeks after area boys damaged her previous car, mistaking her for Ayra Starr.
- The incident highlighted the growing concerns about harassment by agberos and the risks faced by motorists in Lagos.
- DJ Salt did not disclose whether the new car was purchased to replace the damaged vehicle or its price.
