Islamic Cleric Files Police Petition Over Cyberstalking and Defamation Allegations
Sheik Jamiu Sanusi, a prominent Islamic cleric widely recognized as Amiolohun, has taken decisive legal action by submitting a formal petition to the Lagos State Commissioner of Police. The petition targets Saheed Teyinbo, also known as Alfasuna, over serious allegations of cyberstalking and criminal defamation of character.
Legal Action Initiated Against Alleged Online Harassment
The petition was prepared and filed by Amiolohun's legal representatives from G.H Agoro & Co, with the document dated Monday, April 13, 2026, and officially signed by Ade Osinaike Esq. This legal move comes in response to what the cleric's counsel describes as persistent and damaging online attacks that have escalated to threaten both personal safety and public order.
The legal team has urgently called upon the Lagos State Police Command to launch a comprehensive investigation into the alleged cyberstalking and criminal defamation activities. According to the petition, these actions have created genuine fear of death and potential violence against Sheik Sanusi, with the situation deteriorating to the point where it now represents a significant breach of public peace.
Specific Allegations of False Statements and Incitement
According to the detailed petition, Saheed Teyinbo has been actively engaging in cyberstalking and criminal defamation against Sheik Sanusi through his social media platforms, specifically Facebook and TikTok pages. The legal document outlines several specific allegations that Teyinbo has reportedly made against the cleric, which the petition characterizes as deliberate falsehoods designed to incite violence.
The alleged false statements include claims that Sheik Sanusi was sponsored for the Holy pilgrimage to Mecca by a particular individual who also purchased a vehicle for him. More seriously, Teyinbo allegedly accused the cleric of sitting with other religious leaders and invoking diabolical spirits to destroy the life of his supposed benefactor.
Further allegations detailed in the petition suggest that Teyinbo has publicly stated that Sheik Sanusi was responsible for his wife's pregnancy complications, which resulted in a stillbirth delivered through caesarian section. Additionally, Teyinbo reportedly claimed that the cleric used spiritual means to create financial problems for a wealthy chairman, allegedly causing the individual to sell properties and face imminent loss of his remaining assets.
Escalation to Physical Threats and Public Disturbance
The petition emphasizes that the situation has escalated beyond online harassment to include physical threats and public disturbances. According to the legal document, Teyinbo has been screaming publicly that Sheik Sanusi should be held responsible if anything happens to him, which the cleric's legal team argues is a deliberate attempt to attract violent attacks against their client.
The counsel explained in their statement that the deliberate spread of false information online has resulted in both limitless online attacks and physical confrontations against Sheik Sanusi. The situation has reportedly reached a point where online mobs have begun attacking the cleric whenever he appears in public to deliver sermons, creating a significant breach of public peace and safety.
The persistent cyberstalking and criminal defamation have caused substantial inconvenience and unnecessary anxiety for Sheik Sanusi, according to his legal representatives. They assert that the falsehoods being spread are specifically designed to ensure physical violent attacks are carried out against the cleric, in addition to the ongoing barrage of online harassment he continues to endure.
Formal Request for Police Intervention
The legal team has formally requested that the Lagos State Police Command take immediate action to investigate these serious allegations. They have emphasized the urgency of the situation, noting that the continued online attacks and resulting physical confrontations represent a clear threat to public order and individual safety.
This case highlights the growing concern about online harassment and defamation in Nigeria, particularly when such activities spill over into physical threats and public disturbances. The petition represents a formal attempt to address what Sheik Sanusi's legal team describes as a dangerous escalation of online behavior that now threatens both individual safety and community peace.
The Lagos State Police Command has yet to issue an official statement regarding the petition or any potential investigation into the allegations. However, the formal submission of this legal document marks a significant step in addressing what the cleric's representatives characterize as a serious and escalating threat to their client's safety and public order.
