Grammy-nominated afrobeat artist, Seun Kuti has revealed why he slapped a police officer in a recent viral video.

ONPOINT reported that the afrobeat crooner was captured in a viral video assaulting a police operative on duty.

Reacting via his Instastory on Saturday, Kuti said the officer attempted to kill him and his family members.

He said the policeman has apologized and he has forgiven him.

He warned those saying he was chasing clout to mind their business and not let the police officer lose his job.

Kuti wrote, “He tried to kill me and my family. I have the proof but I no dey chase clout. He has apologised and I have agreed not to press charges.

“Make una mind una business make the poor guy no lose him job,” [sic].