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Defamation Lawsuit: Singer Davido issues legal notice against colleague, Dammy Krane over murder claims
A popular Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, alias Davido has issued a legal notice which was electronically delivered to his fellow singer, Dammy Krane, whose real name is Oyindamola Johnson Emmanuel over defamatory allegations.
Davido was accused and labelled a murderer by Dammy Krane which has gone viral across social media platforms and blogs.
The defamatory publications keep gaining traction, until Davido engaged a legal adviser who put Dammy Krane on notice through a letter, a copy which was obtained by CAPITAL POST on Saturday.
Davido, through his lawyer Chikaosolu Ojukwu, SAN, said Dammy Krane was given 24 hours to retract all the offensive publications he made on all his social media handles or face a lawsuit.
Consequently, the Claimant, in a letter numbered REF: OC/EXT/VOL/127/2024, issued through her lawyer, stated, “We write to you on behalf of our esteemed client, Mr. David O. Adeleke, OON, popularly known as Davido, and we have his firm instructions to issue this correspondence in the terms set forth herein.”
“Our client is well known around the world as an accomplished and multiple award-winning singer-songwriter, global celebrity and a philanthropist. He is also the recipient of the prestigious National Honour of the Order of the Niger (OON).
“We are informed by our client that you have repeatedly published statements on your social media platforms that he finds not only defamatory and offensive but which also constitute an act of cyberbullying.
“Our client has further informed us that whilst in Abuja, he became aware of the latest in your series of defamatory posts, which is your publication of June 21, 2024, which you caused to be published on your X (formerly “Twitter”) page using the handle @dammy_krane, wherein you stated thus:
“The simple imputation to be drawn from this post is that, amongst other reprehensible things, our client is a murderer. Our client vehemently asserts that contrary to the insinuations in your post, he has never been charged with or convicted of any offence, including murder. The false nature of your publications is evident, and it is clear that you have not verified their accuracy. The malicious nature of your post is also evident from your subsequent post taunting our client and stating that “HE CAN’T SUE BECAUSE I SPEAK THE TRUTH OPONU”, when in fact you know your allegations to be false and outlandish.
“The above posts which you published to your over 342, 600 (Three Hundred and Forty-Two Thousand, Six Hundred) followers on the X platform have been circulated globally and syndicated by hundreds of blogs across the world. Given the status of our client, this post has unsurprisingly gained significant traction globally, and our client is at the time of this letter trending at No. 1 on X Trends for Nigeria, attracting thousands of negative comments and reactions in the process.
“Your conduct in publishing these statements, despite knowing them to be false, is not only malicious but also orchestrated to defame and injure the reputation of our client, a globally recognized music star. Such actions constitute a civil breach as well as an infraction of the relevant criminal laws.
“Within 24 hours from the date of this letter, remove and retract the offensive publication from all your social media platforms.
“Immediately refrain from any further publication of defamatory statements against our client on any platform whatsoever.
“TAKE NOTICE that your failure to comply with these demands within the stipulated timeframe will compel our client to pursue all available legal remedies, including but not limited to initiating legal proceedings against you for damages and injunctive relief, and escalating this matter to the relevant law enforcement agencies.”
The letter stated that the Afrobeat musician is prepared to take all necessary steps to protect his reputation.
Popular Nigerian actress and media personality, Omotunde Adebowale-David, also known as Lolo 1, has alleged that a colleague once raped her.
The actress shared her traumatic experience of being raped by a male colleague in the broadcasting industry on her podcast “Say My Piece”, which was posted on YouTube on Friday.
According to Lolo 1, she was raped by a colleague, which has left her traumatised and experiencing momentary panic whenever she sees him.
Lolo 1 stated that naming the rapist now will bring her criticism for not speaking out earlier but doing so now that the said person is an established figure in the industry.
She noted that women often respond to sexual assault with denial and self-blaming, highlighting the complexities of trauma and recovery.
She said, “I hardly ever say this, and I am not even ready to tell the full story. The stories of sexual assault. When I discussed it with my daughter yesterday, she held my hand and said, ‘Mummy, you’ve gone through so much.’ And I said I had.
“I remember how many of those things I have to relive. I have been raped only once in my life, and I was raped by a colleague. I see him every other day. Do you know how traumatized I am? When I see him, I just get into this momentary panic.
“But if a woman of my calibre named him, he’s an established person in the broadcast industry, won’t people say, ‘How come I didn’t speak about it for all these six years until now that he’s taking a prominent TV position?’
“When sexual assault happens to women, the first thing to happen is denial. The next thing is self-blaming.”
Popular Nollywood actress Esther Nwachukwu has disclosed that she doesn’t go out wearing pant for purposes of comfort and hygiene.
Known for her controversy, Esther’s blunt revelation has put her in social media spotlight with plethora of reactions trailing her comment.
Esther spoke on a live Instagram session recently, saying that she “chooses not to wear underwear while working out, citing comfort and hygiene as her primary reasons.”
“It’s not about being seductive or trying to attract attention.
“I prioritize comfort and health. If you work out hard like I do, you will understand.
Since Esther made the statement, social media has been abuzz with some of her fans applauded her for promoting body autonomy and personal comfort, while others accused her of being unnecessarily provocative.
Reacting to some comments of her fans, Nwachukwu, known for her blunt demeanor and unfiltered opinions, responded to the criticism unfazed.
“People will always talk. I live my truth and take care of my body my way”, she stated.
Some health experts have also offered their perspectives
stressing the importance of breathable, clean workout attire to prevent irritation or infection.
As the debate continues online, Esther Nwachukwu remains firm in her stance, standing by her unconventional yet personal gym routine.
Cardi B has made explosive claims against her estranged husband, Offset, accusing him of stalking, harassment, and making disturbing threats against her life.
Cardi B and Offset separated in July 2024, during her pregnancy with their third child, it has been at the center of a publicized divorce.
In a recent social media rant, Cardi B revealed that Offset had been harassing her, leaving threatening voicemails, and even attempting to interfere with her new relationship. The “Bodak Yellow” rapper detailed how Offset allegedly sent explicit messages and made threats about both their lives. She also accused him of trying to undermine her self-esteem, stating she was tired of being tormented.
“He’s upset because I sent his girlfriend messages of him begging me, saying he was going to take away his life, saying he was going to take away my life, harasses me, leaves me voicemails, and tries to lower my self-esteem to the ground and I’m so tired of it,” she said.
Cardi B further claimed that Offset had sent messages to people she was involved with, NFL athlete Stefon Diggs. which included intimate details of their past relationship. She warned him that his actions were unacceptable and hinted at retaliating in her own way.
“He sent a text message to somebody I was dealing with of us having sex… You’ve been harassing me and the man I’ve been dealing with for months. This is my pusyy, I give it to whoever I want to. If that bytch don’t stop harassing me you gonna have the price to pay for it,” she warned.
“You know what? I’ve been letting motherfkka troll me for a long time. Leaving me crazy voicemails, telling me crazy stuff in text messages, trolling me… Now it’s my turn, Now it’s not fun, Now it’s not fun when the demon’s inside… and do you want to know how all this started? This started because he wanted to get his blog friends to troll me.”
Despite the troubling accusations, fans have shared mixed reactions. Some have advised Cardi to take legal action, while others expressed disbelief over the messy situation. The former couple, who share two children, have yet to resolve their ongoing issues, and Cardi B’s latest allegations suggest that the drama is far from over.
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