Nigerian singer Dapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj, has been officially cleared of rape and N-Power fraud allegations by the Nigeria Police Force and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).
The clearance came after investigations by both authorities, as revealed in an affidavit submitted to the District Court of Abuja by an Abuja-based lawyer, Toheeb Lawal.
“The allegation was investigated and there is no medical report on the victim to ascertain that she was raped. There are no adduced facts or corroborative evidence to substantiate the allegation of rape against the suspect. Prima facie offences of indecent assault, rape, and intimidation are not made out.”
“However, the complainant, through her counsel, Ojoge, Omileye & Partners, submitted a letter, dated July 17, 2020, to the DIG Force CID, to voluntarily withdraw the petition and discontinue the investigation.”
The entertainment industry faced turmoil when singer D’banj was accused of rape by Seyitan Babatayo.
She claimed he took advantage of her at the Glee Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, in 2018. The music star experienced significant public scrutiny, and his reputation suffered. The situation escalated when it was revealed that his accuser was arrested, leading to accusations of intimidation.
Dbanj had come out publicly to address the matter, maintaining his innocence, then he sued Babatayo, requesting ₦100 million in compensation.
“Today is exactly one week after my birthday and this will be the only time I will address the recent false allegations and lies from the pit of hell. I have chosen to do so because the incident is a slap to my marriage and my beautiful wife, my entire family, and those who believe in me.
“I did not want to dignify the slurs with a response but it appears my silence has empowered my Accusation are false and ludicrous and Have been handed over to my legal team, while the Nigerian Police is investigating the criminal aspect of it,” his post read on June 16, 2020.