Nigerian dancer and singer Iweh Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, has reportedly been arrested in the United Kingdom over an alleged rape incident.
However, the claim remains unverified as of the time of filing this report, as neither UK authorities nor Poco Lee’s management has publicly confirmed the reported arrest or provided details about the alleged incident.
The identity of the alleged victim and the circumstances surrounding the reported case are also unclear.
The report emerged amid allegations made online by US-based artiste Ms. Jorgi, who accused Poco Lee of sexually assaulting her and a friend during an encounter in Dallas.
In a video circulating on X, Jorgi alleged that she and her friend met the entertainer while she was showing him her music demo.
She claimed that Poco Lee touched her without consent before allegedly assaulting her friend as well.
Jorgi later posted another video in which she alleged that Poco Lee was being held in a UK prison over a rape allegation.
She also expressed regret that she had not spoken publicly about her alleged experience earlier.
The allegations have generated reactions online, but there has been no independent confirmation establishing the claims or linking them to any official criminal proceedings.
Until authorities or Poco Lee’s representatives issue a statement, the allegations remain claims that have not been proven in court.
Kiekie Recounts ₦1m Confrontation While Filming In Lagos
Meanwhile, Nigerian content creator and actress Oluwabukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, popularly known as Kiekie, has spoken about the risks and unexpected costs creatives sometimes face while filming in public spaces.
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Kiekie said she was once confronted by a group of men while shooting a one-minute video in Obalende, Lagos, and was allegedly asked to pay ₦1 million before she could leave.
She shared the experience during the second panel session of the Creative Powerhouse Summit, where she discussed some of the challenges associated with producing content in public locations.
According to Kiekie, the incident occurred after she had completed filming and was preparing to leave the area.
She said the group stopped her and demanded payment, creating a tense situation that left her with little choice but to negotiate.
The initial demand of ₦1 million was eventually reduced, but Kiekie said she still had to pay approximately ₦700,000 before she was allowed to leave.
Her account has once again drawn attention to the difficulties Nigerian creatives can encounter when producing content outside controlled studio environments, particularly when filming in busy public locations.
While professional productions may obtain permissions and make arrangements beforehand, independent content creators often have to navigate unexpected demands, security concerns and disputes over the use of public spaces.