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According to someone close to Ilebaye, police officers are currently at Ilebaye’s location, but her father has refused to open his gate to them.

Ilebaye’s mother had allegedly left her husband in 2024 because of domestic violence, and there is now a new wife in the house.

When… pic.twitter.com/Kny8gSRpHl

— Just Eniola 💜 (@JustEniola01) May 9, 2026

“Ilebaye will hit me anytime I try to talk to her. I asked her to lend me money for my medical check-up in Dubai and she refused but she was spraying money at Cross wedding. I hit her out of provocation to scold her because I can’t watch her destroy her life”

— Ilebaye’s father https://t.co/mAr9dC7Pcb pic.twitter.com/YbNEKPS9OW

— Vampz (@Hybrid_Ola) May 10, 2026

I wonder if the honourable Minister of Women Affairs @ImmaculateIman will be interested in this case of battering by her father and how the @PoliceNG under the leadership of IG @jimidisu will handle the case. Nigerians are keenly watching pic.twitter.com/yaeM9c2adI

— Adeola (@_Aadeolaa) May 9, 2026

Ilebaye siblings under protective custody after treatment – Police

By Kingsley Omonobi
May 10, 2026

The FCT Police Command has disclosed that the two rescued brothers of 2023 Big Brother Naija winner , Ms Ilebaye Odiniya, are safe in Police Custody after they were rescued following an altercation between Ilebaye and her father at the weekend.

Police Public Relations Officer for FCT, SP Josephine Adeh in an update on the matter said, ‘Following the rescue of Ms. Ilebaye Odiniya Emmanuel (27 yrs) and her two brothers, Godson Emmanuel Odiniya (14yrs) and Devin Emmanuel Odiniya (10 yrs), they were rushed to Yabisam Hospital, Lugbe, alongside their father, who also sustained injuries during the confrontation, by the Area Commander Metro, ACP Ufomadu Georglyn.

“The rescued siblings are currently in police protective custody, contrary to the circulating publications being released online, while their father, who is also receiving medical treatment, remains in Police custody.

“Investigations are ongoing, and questioning will commence immediately all parties are certified medically stable by the attending medical doctors.”

Recall that the FCT Police command on Saturday confirmed the arrest of Honourable Emmanuel Odiniya over alleged assault on his daughter, Miss Ilebaye Odiniya, winner of the 2023 Big Brother Naija Reality Television Reality Show.

The reality TV show winner (Ilebaye Odiniya) through a viral video which circulated on Saturday, appearing in an emotional and alleging she was assaulted by some men.

In the video, the reality TV star was seen crying and pleading for help while showing what appeared to be visible swelling on her face, while being beaten.

The FCT Police Command Spokesperson, SP , Josephine Adeh in a statement confirmed the arrest and detention of Honourable Odiniya assuring that investigation has been activated.

SP Adeh said,:”On the 9th of May, 2026, at about 12:00 a.m., the FCT Police Command responded to a distress call from Royal Anchor Estate, Wuye, Abuja, reporting an ongoing physical assault on Ms. Ilebaye Odiniya Emmanuel by her father, Honourable Emmanuel Odiniya.

“Following the report, a patrol team from Wuye Division, supported by operatives of the Department of Operations, FCT Police Command, was immediately deployed to the scene.

“The Command’s Police Public Relations Officer was also present to monitor the operation.

“Upon arrival, officers discovered that the gate to the residence was locked. After several attempts, access was gained into the compound at about 2:30 a.m. Ms. Ilebaye Odiniya, who was found with visible bruises, was rescued alongside her brothers and rushed to NNPC Hospital Abuja, where she received medical attention.”

The statement added that, ”Hon. Emmanuel Odiniya is currently in police custody, while a thorough investigation is ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.”

Mother of the children, Mrs Lami who is rsaid to be estranged from her husband reportedly said on Saturday that the confrontation happened when Ilebaye visited her father’s home to see her younger brothers and discuss plans ahead of her 24th birthday on 9 May.

She said the discussion turned into an argument after Mr. Odiniya allegedly accused Ilebaye of being influenced by her mother.

The incident reportedly brought renewed attention to the family’s strained relationship since the couple’s 32-year marriage ended.
Lami said a court had earlier granted Mr. Odiniya custody of their two sons, aged 11 and 14.

Eba50:
Y ilebaye still dey her papa house self?

abuhusna1:
Still doesnt make sense to beat your child like that.

abuhusna1:
Still doesnt make sense to beat your child like that.

classicfrank4u:
It depends ooo... If you get really disrespectful towards your parents anything you see take it like that

Eba50:
Y ilebaye still dey her papa house self?

DrTee1:
It is deeply unsettling to witness the rapid disintegration of the values that once defined us. This modern "woke" culture is increasingly at odds with the foundational principles of our heritage. When did it become acceptable for twenty-two-year-olds to treat their fathers with such blatant disregard?

This is not our culture. In our tradition, a father is the head of the home. He is the provider, the protector, and the ultimate authority. While no human is infallible, our customs dictate a level of reverence that transcends personal grievances. A father’s methods of discipline and the way he chooses to steer his household were once respected as his prerogative, rooted in a desire to build a resilient lineage.

Furthermore, our cultural standards are clear: while a woman may choose to seek a path outside of a marriage, as long as she remains within her husband's house, there is a requisite level of cooperation and respect for the order of that home.

What has this digital age and the "Gen Z" mindset brought upon us? To see young people, somewhat public figures even, openly challenging or embarrassing their birth fathers for the sake of "trends" is a tragedy. Is there no longer a sense of shame?

Can a child truly find peace after publicly disgracing the source of their existence?

This is a clarion call for men and heads of households to reflect deeply. We are witnessing a cultural shift that threatens to leave us as a generation without roots.

Gotocourt:
He revealed that when he scolded her, instead of being scared or showing remorse, Ilebaye would charge towards him and hit him.

• He accused her of hitting him twice without him saying anything because he loved her so much and she means a lot to him because she’s his favorite child.

Lamba of the most high, Baba knows he messed up. OGA , assault will give you watery beans. You better beg that woman and let matters be. it's a criminal act.

cr7lomo:
See how western ideology has damaged u all... its not longer husband but now fathers ... say papa beat pikin wey disrespect am...and u talk about sending him to prison....all of una no well

Gotocourt:
This is child (adult) abuse.

cr7lomo:
What the hell is adult abuse ...u guys just keep applying whatever the white man tells u... see how they have damaged their own society in terms of family upbringing... a 22 yr old girl disrespects her dad that gave birth to her and trained her to adulthood... and he beats her up....Papa be like husband for una eye ?? To the extent that she hit him 2 times ...damn ... what culture are u bringing to society... children disrespecting their fathers ... not like she's married with kids in her 30s or 40s ... talking to her father like they are mates ...damn... at 22yrs of age .... chimo