The management of Nigerian dancer and entertainer Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, has urged the public to exercise restraint in discussing the entertainer’s ongoing legal case in the United Kingdom.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by Poco Lee’s manager, Faleye “Dee-Y” Adedoyin, the management also acknowledged the support provided by Nigerian singer Zlatan Ibile and others during the legal proceedings.
Adedoyin described Zlatan and others as “extremely supportive and helpful” throughout the matter, saying their involvement had been important in moving things forward.
The statement read, “We would like to publicly acknowledge that Zlatan, along with others, has been extremely supportive and helpful through this matter.
“Their involvement, support, and effort have been vital to moving things forward.
“We deeply value their ongoing support and dedication and we kindly request that everyone refrain from spreading negative narratives.”
The statement was signed “Poco’s Management.”
The latest statement followed reports and comments concerning Poco Lee’s trip to the UK and the circumstances surrounding his ongoing court case.
Social commentator Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, had questioned reports that Poco Lee travelled to the UK for a Davido show.
In an Instagram post, VeryDarkMan claimed that Poco Lee had travelled to the UK for a Zlatan show rather than a Davido concert.
He also questioned why people were defending Poco Lee while the case remained before the court.
VeryDarkMan said, “In between Poco Lee didn’t travel to the UK for a Davido show, it was for a Zlatan show.”
He added that Poco Lee should be allowed to face the court process, saying “court case na stress” and expressing hope that the matter would be resolved soon.
Poco Lee’s legal proceedings in the UK remain ongoing.
He was granted bail on September 11 ahead of a scheduled appearance at Snaresbrook Crown Court on September 15.
However, the September 15 plea and trial preparation hearing was adjourned to February 8, 2027, after the charge sheet was reportedly unavailable and Poco Lee did not appear in court. The trial was subsequently scheduled for March 8, 2027.
Poco Lee is facing five sexual offence charges in the UK, including attempted rape, two counts of rape and two counts of assault by penetration.
He has denied the allegations and has not been convicted of any offence.
His management had previously urged the public and media to exercise caution over unverified narratives surrounding the case, stressing that allegations should not be treated as evidence of guilt.
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