Baba Ijesha Denies Offences in Latest Interview with Yinka Ayefele
Convicted Nollywood actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, widely known as Baba Ijesha, has once again addressed the allegations against him in a new interview with musician and media personality Yinka Ayefele. The conversation, which took place on Monday, March 23, 2026, has since gone viral, with Baba Ijesha claiming he was lured with food and money prior to the incident that led to his imprisonment.
Details of the Alleged Luring and Denial
During the on-air discussion, Baba Ijesha reiterated his innocence, stating that he did not commit the offences for which he was jailed. When questioned about a viral video where he allegedly confessed to sexually assaulting a minor, he responded, "They said I used car key to disflower the minor." However, he refused to provide full details, hinting that his side of the story would be revealed in an upcoming movie.
Ayefele pressed Baba Ijesha on his claim about being lured with food, asking if it implied gluttony. In Yoruba, the actor replied, "Gluttony is also part of it and the proposed money as well. I do not like to disrespect ladies, which is why I agreed to the role. That was how it happened, and God is my witness." This statement has added a new layer to the ongoing controversy surrounding his case.
Backlash and Mixed Reactions from the Public
The interview comes on the heels of Baba Ijesha's previous appearance on actress Biola Adebayo's podcast, which also sparked significant backlash on social media. Many netizens have expressed displeasure at Ayefele for providing a platform to the actor, with comments highlighting concerns about enabling his narrative.
- lhardey__ said: "Can they stop enabling this man already."
- adeyinkawhykay reacted: "Granting interview to change the narratives cannot work bcos people has videos of that terrible act."
- haryoryhemie commented: "Na yomi oni bembem go push this man to him doom!! He would have just come back from prison, start afresh and win back his reputation but no, he choose to trigger the audience instead and call us stupid in the face of glaring evidence."
- icon_man001 reacted: "Nigerians are too emotional, so he shouldn’t do an interview because you heard only half of the story from your favorites right? I’m not in support of the allegations, but there is freedom of expression!!!"
Iyabo Ojo Issues Warning to Baba Ijesha
In related news, actress Iyabo Ojo has issued a stern warning to Baba Ijesha after he claimed she once trusted him with her children. In a statement released on Sunday, March 22, 2026, Ojo clarified that while she has no issue with him telling his story, she demanded he cease using her children as "cheap bait." She emphasized, "This is a notice to cease from using my children as your cheap bait. It won’t fly."
The ongoing interviews and reactions underscore the complex public discourse surrounding Baba Ijesha's case, with debates over freedom of expression, accountability, and the role of media in shaping narratives.
