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Alleged defilement: I was Princess’ benefactor, lover, says Baba Ijesha
Embattled actor, Olanrewaju James, aka Baba Ijesha, on Friday, March 4, 2022, told an Ikeja Special Offences Court that comedienne, Damilola Adekoya, popularly known as Princess, is his former lover.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the actor testified as the second defence witness at his trial for alleged defilement of a 14-year-old foster daughter of Princess.
Led in evidence by the defence counsel, Dada Awosika, SAN, Baba Ijesha described the nature of the relationship he allegedly had with Princess.
He said, “We were dating, my lord. She always slept in my room. We slept together. We both touched and kissed ourselves.”
Earlier, the defendant told the court how he allegedly met the comedienne. According to him, he received a phone call from Princess while he was an on-air personality on Radio Lagos and LTV 8. He added, “She said she was my number one fan and asked me to promote her on my programme. That was how we started.”
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The defendant added that in the course of the relationship, he met Princess’ mother and she advised him to take care of her daughter, and that though her daughter was stubborn, he could handle her.
Narrating what transpired in 2014, the day he allegedly sexually molested Princess’s foster daughter with a car key, he stated that the comedienne informed him that she was battling ill-health and needed some fruits. According to him, he then took some fruits to her home.
“Immediately I opened the door to her house and saw her half naked. I then told her the fruits were inside the car.
“Few minutes after, the young girl (Princess’s foster daughter) came to pick the fruits from the car.”
Under cross-examination by the Lagos State Director of the Directorate of Public Prosecutions, Dr Jide Martins, the defendant denied defiling the minor.
He, however, admitted knowing the child since she was seven years old.
“Princess is not my benefactor. She is the one who benefitted from me,” he said.
Baba Ijesha, who at a point broke down in tears during the cross-examination, said the evidence he gave in court in his defence was not an afterthought.
Justice Oluwatoyin Taiwo adjourned the case until March 11 for continuation of defence.
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The actress disclosed the incident in a post on her Instagram account on Friday, May 3, 2024.
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Sanwo-Olu appoints KWAM1’S daughter as aide
Sanwo-Olu appoints KWAM1’S daughter as aide
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has appointed Basirat Damilola Marshall as the Senior Special Assistant on Tourism.
Damilola Marshall, the daughter of Fuji maestro, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall popularly known as KWAM1, disclosed this on her Instanstory on Instagram Thursday.
Her appointment has been attracting congratulatory messages from Nigerians.
In a recent viral video, KWAM1, during a performance at the coronation and birthday reception of Oba Sikirullah Apena on Thursday, thanked Sanwo-Olu for appointing his daughter into his cabinet.
The fuji singer noted that it was his daughter, Damilola, who asked him to publicly thank the governor for her appointment.
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She posted a flier with the logo of the Lagos State Government on her Instastory with, “Contraulations! Barrister Damilola Basirat Ayinde Marshall Esq on being appointed as SSA to the Governor of Lagos on Tourism.”
Congratulating her on the appointment, a Nigerian, Olanrewaju-Smart Wasiu, wrote, “Congratulations Barr. @damimarshall_ on your appointment as the Senior Special Assistant to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism. This is a deserving recognition for your hard work and contributions to our party”, to which she responded by saying “Thank you, sir.”
Another person, Balogun Basia wrote, “Please, join me in congratulating my friend K1 and the entire family on the appointment of my daughter Barrister Basirat Damilola Marshall as the SSA to the governor of Lagos State on Tourism. Damilola, this shall be the beginning of many good things that will come your way and that of your siblings Insha Allah, Alaumoh Amin.”
Sanwo-Olu appoints KWAM1’S daughter as aide
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BREAKING: Popular Gospel singer Morenikeji ‘Egbin Orun’ is dead
BREAKING: Popular Gospel singer Morenikeji ‘Egbin Orun’ is dead
Popular Gospel singer Morenikeji Adeleke, also known as Egbin Orun, is dead.
Her death was confirmed in an Instagram post by her colleague Esther Igbekele.
The gospel singer expressed shock and sadness, noting Egbin Orun’s sudden departure without bidding farewell.
According to her, the two had recently spoken, unaware of the impending tragedy.
Igbekele praised Egbin Orun’s beauty, kindness, and strong support for her ministry.
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She wrote, “I got home from my program to hear about this great loss.. Prophetess Morenikeji Egbin Orun you left without saying goodbye.. We spoke together last week not knowing you are about to embark on a journey to the great beyond.. You are such a beautiful and kind hearted woman and a very good supporter of my ministry. I am deeply saddened with your demise but God knows best. You will be greatly missed and your good deeds will continue to linger in our hearts. Ah Egbin Orun. Good night! Keep resting in the bosom of Christ.. Ah Gone too soon..Yeeee “.
BREAKING: Popular Gospel singer Morenikeji ‘Egbin Orun’ is dead
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