The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has confirmed the arrest of popular dancer Lil Smart following a petition filed by singer Naira Marley.
Lil Smart’s arrest comes nearly two weeks after reports of his sudden disappearance. The police spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, announced the development in a viral post on social media on Friday.
According to Adejobi, Lil Smart was taken into custody over allegations of criminal defamation, cyberbullying, cyberstalking, and spreading falsehoods. In a widely circulated video, the dancer was paraded and admitted to making false allegations against Naira Marley.
“Following a petition filed for criminal defamation, cyberbullying, cyberstalking, and falsehood, the Force secured the arrest of Idowu Smart Emmanuel, who later confessed that his allegations were untrue,” Adejobi stated.
Lil Smart expressed regret over his accusations, admitting that he made the claims without solid evidence.
This development follows concerns raised by Nollywood filmmaker Stanley Ontop, who had accused Naira Marley of orchestrating Lil Smart’s disappearance.
On December 9, 2024, Lil Smart had posted a distressing message on Instagram, alleging that both Naira Marley and Zinoleesky had threatened his life. He subsequently filed a petition against the duo with the police.
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