Pedro described these reports as “false, misleading, and irresponsible,” emphasizing that the actor’s release was not the result of any judicial clearance but rather the completion of his prison sentence.

Speaking to journalists in Lagos, Pedro specifically addressed claims made by actor Yomi Fabiyi, who alleged in a social media post that Baba Ijesha had been acquitted by the Court of Appeal of all charges, including those related to the sexual assault of a minor. The Attorney-General warned that such assertions were a “complete distortion of the judicial record” and could mislead the public.

According to Pedro, clarification was needed after Fabiyi publicly claimed that the Court of Appeal had “cleared” Baba Ijesha of all charges relating to the defilement of a minor, calling the case a “charade.”

Pedro provided an outline of the legal proceedings, stating that on July 14, 2022, the High Court of Lagos State convicted Baba Ijesha for sexual assault and indecent treatment of a child based on incidents that occurred in 2021. The court sentenced the actor to five years for sexual assault and three years for indecent treatment, with the terms to run concurrently.

Pedro also explained that Baba Ijesha attempted to appeal the decision at the Supreme Court. However, his appeal was struck out on May 29, 2025, due to incompetence. A subsequent motion to file a fresh appeal was dismissed on October 9, 2025, leaving the Court of Appeal’s judgment in place.

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The Attorney-General warned that the spread of false information, such as that circulated by Fabiyi, was not only misleading but also alarming to the public. He urged residents to disregard these claims and advised platforms amplifying the falsehood to immediately stop.

Pedro further cautioned that the Lagos State government would not hesitate to take legal action against those involved in spreading false news that could cause public fear or alarm. He reminded the public that such acts are punishable under Section 39 of the Lagos Criminal Law.

Source: Punch