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Nigerian Uber Driver Shot Dead In US

Ojimaojo Abubakar by Ojimaojo Abubakar
April 21, 2025
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A 77-year-old Nigerian Uber driver, Olatunji W. Bolaji, was killed in a shooting outside a hookah lounge in Philadelphia, United States.

Bolaji, who lived in Norristown, Pennsylvania, was on duty around 2 a.m. on Wednesday when he picked up a passenger, a 22-year-old man, outside the Byblos Hookah Bar near Rittenhouse Square in Centre City, CBS reports on Friday.

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Police said shortly after Bolaji picked up the young man, another vehicle pulled up behind his SUV, and two men got out.

One of them opened fire, shooting both Bolaji and the passenger.

Despite being shot in the head, Bolaji managed to drive a short distance before crashing into a pole at 17th and Chestnut Streets.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

His passenger, who sustained gunshot wounds to the arm, leg, and stomach, was rushed to Jefferson University Hospital in critical condition.

Police say the shooting was captured on surveillance cameras, and the attackers were in a black Jeep Grand Cherokee believed to have Massachusetts number plates.

Authorities are still trying to determine the motive behind the attack. Investigators believe there may have been a physical altercation between the passenger and the suspects before the shooting.

Ride-hailing platform Uber has expressed sadness over the incident.

“Our hearts break for the driver’s family and loved ones in the wake of this devastating loss.

“We’ve reached out to police to offer our support as they work to bring those responsible for this heinous act of violence to justice,” the company said in a statement.

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Neighbours have expressed grief over the killing of Bolaji, describing his family as quiet and hardworking.

A long-time family friend who once lived with Bolaji told NBC10 that he was a kind man who was always ready to help others.

He described Bolaji as a dedicated worker, a loving partner, and a proud father whose son is a college graduate.

According to the friend, Bolaji’s family is devastated by his death and is seeking justice.

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support Bolaji’s family.

The funds will go toward funeral and memorial expenses, as well as living and counselling costs during their period of mourning.

Ojimaojo Abubakar

Ojimaojo Abubakar

Abubakar Ojimaojo is a graduate of Mass Communication, political and football analyst currently work at elanzanews.ng as Editor. He pride himself as skilled wordsmith with a passion for delving into contemporary political issues on both national and international scale.

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