Nigerian singer Abiola Akinbiyi, popularly known as Bella Shmurda, has alleged that he was defrauded after purchasing a property in Lagos for $4 million.
The artiste made the claim during an emotional Instagram Live session on Tuesday, where he appealed for help while explaining the circumstances surrounding the transaction.
According to Bella Shmurda, he later discovered that the property allegedly did not belong to the individual who sold it to him.
Singer says seller disappeared after payment
During the livestream, Bella Shmurda said he was devastated by the incident, describing the money as the product of years of hard work.
He alleged that the seller became unreachable after receiving the payment, leaving him uncertain about recovering the funds.
The singer said he fears losing the entire amount and appealed for intervention.
Legal action underway
Bella Shmurda disclosed that he has contacted his legal representative to investigate the matter.
However, he did not reveal the identity of the person involved or provide further details about the property during the livestream.
Claims yet to be independently verified
As of the time of filing this report, Bella Shmurda’s allegations have not been independently verified.
There has also been no official statement from law enforcement authorities or any individual connected to the reported property transaction.