“Till He Is Proven Guilty” — Do2dtun Speaks Up For Poco Lee As UK Case Continues
This one no be the usual light gist wey Wahala Network dey bring una. The matter surrounding Poco Lee has grown into something far more serious than online banter, and this week, broadcaster Do2dtun added his voice to the growing conversation not to joke about it, but to stand firmly behind a friend while the legal process plays out.
Here’s the full picture.
What’s Actually Going On
Nigerian dancer and entertainer Poco Lee, born Iweh Pascal Odinaka, is currently facing a case in the United Kingdom connected to allegations of sexual assault. According to reports, he was taken into custody and has been held on remand in a UK prison, with a plea and trial preparation hearing scheduled for the second week of September, where he is expected to indicate how he intends to plead. His management has since confirmed that the case is indeed before a UK court, while pushing back specifically on claims involving drink-spiking that had circulated alongside the story.
Adding another layer to an already heavy situation, a Texas-based Nigerian rapper known as Ms Jorji separately came forward with her own allegations, claiming that Poco Lee attempted to sexually assault her and her girlfriend approximately two years ago during a visit meant to seek his industry guidance. It’s important to note that no verified link has been established between her account and the UK case, and neither allegation has, at this stage, been tested or resolved in court.
As it stands, key details in both matters remain unconfirmed by any official body, and Poco Lee has not issued a personal public statement addressing either set of claims directly.
Do2dtun’s Statement
Amid the wave of reactions from the Nigerian entertainment community, veteran broadcaster and OAP Do2dtun shared his own perspective, choosing his words carefully rather than dismissing the seriousness of what’s being alleged. He described Poco Lee, based on his personal experience of him, as someone who brings joy into a room, avoids conflict, and treats people with respect while explicitly acknowledging that the accusations being discussed are serious ones that go far beyond ordinary controversy.
Crucially, Do2dtun didn’t ask anyone to dismiss the case or the process. He stated plainly that the law should be allowed to run its course, while making clear that he personally intends to continue standing by what he knows of Poco Lee’s character until, and unless, guilt is actually established.
It’s a distinction that matters Do2dtun wasn’t declaring innocence on Poco Lee’s behalf or minimizing the allegations. He was drawing a line between the legal process, which he says should be respected, and his personal relationship with someone he’s known outside of headlines and trending topics.
He’s Not Alone In Speaking Up
Do2dtun’s comments join a wider set of reactions from within the industry. Filmmaker TG Omori also spoke publicly in Poco Lee’s defence, framing his remarks around the man he’s known personally over the years. That comment sparked a notable exchange with rapper Ycee, who pushed back not by accusing Poco Lee outright, but by questioning whether framing the situation in purely character-based or spiritual terms was the right way to engage with a serious legal allegation.
Meanwhile, Poco Lee’s close associate Tunde Perry had earlier addressed the situation too, defending the entertainer’s character in a video shared online, even as the core facts of the case remained largely unconfirmed at the time.
Wahala Network’s Take
We won’t pretend this is a simple gist to package with jokes and emojis, because it isn’t. What’s being alleged is serious, the legal process is ongoing, and real people including the individuals who’ve come forward with accusations are involved. At the same time, the principle Do2dtun is pointing to, that legal guilt is determined by courts and not by public opinion, is a real and important one, even as public figures navigate how to speak about someone they know personally amid allegations this weighty.
For now, the matter remains before the UK courts, with the next hearing expected in September. Wahala Network will continue to follow this story as it develops, but responsibly because some gist deserves care, not comedy.
