BBNaija Winner Ilebaye’s Father Speaks Out After Assault Allegations
Hon. Emmanuel Odiniya, father of Big Brother Naija winner Ilebaye, has broken his silence following his arrest for physically assaulting his daughter. In an emotional audio statement, he insisted he acted out of frustration, not hatred, and stressed that Ilebaye has always been one of his favourite children. He recalled supporting her 2023 BBNaija bid by mobilising votes through his political connections. He said he expected more gratitude and regular communication after her victory but felt sidelined when she rarely answered his calls and refused to publicly thank those who backed her. The Kogi lawmaker blamed tensions on Ilebaye’s new friends, lavish spending and cosmetic procedures. He maintained that his harsh reaction was meant to guide her, expressing disappointment that she ignored his repeated warnings to invest in community projects and help the less privileged.
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