Comedian Princess has issued a strong reaction to the release of Nollywood actor Baba Ijesha, who was accused by her of sexually violating a minor under her care, reigniting one of Nigeria’s most contentious entertainment scandals. Her response, delivered through a video shared online, came after actor Yomi Fabiyi made fresh allegations against her following Baba Ijesha’s return to public attention.
Princess, whose emotional outcry helped thrust the original case into national debate, criticized Fabiyi for what she described as a deliberate attempt to twist the narrative and undermine her pursuit of justice. In her reaction, she accused him of repeatedly using the case to attack her character, exploit public sympathy and shield Baba Ijesha from accountability.
Fabiyi, who has remained one of Baba Ijesha’s most vocal supporters, recently resurfaced online with claims suggesting Princess orchestrated the controversy for personal motives — a claim she dismissed as malicious and insensitive. The comedian insisted that her priority throughout the ordeal had been the safety and emotional well-being of the minor involved, not public attention or personal gain.
The renewed back-and-forth erupted after a video of Baba Ijesha reflecting on his freedom went viral, prompting widespread conversations and criticism. Princess condemned the fanfare surrounding his re-emergence, arguing that celebrating him disregards the trauma suffered by victims of sexual abuse and normalizes harmful behavior within the entertainment industry.
In her latest statement, Princess also accused Fabiyi of weaponizing his platform to harass and intimidate her since the case began. She recounted instances where he publicly challenged her credibility, organized protests and shared content that, in her view, endangered the victim’s privacy. She said his actions contributed significantly to the emotional strain she faced throughout the legal process.
Fabiyi’s supporters, however, maintain that he has consistently advocated for fair treatment and due process for Baba Ijesha. They argue that his criticism of Princess stems from concerns about alleged procedural irregularities and what he described as “media trial tactics” used during the case. His stance has long divided the Nollywood community, fueling heated arguments about activism, loyalty and the boundaries of advocacy.
The resurfacing of the controversy has triggered a fresh wave of reactions across social media, with Nigerians sharply split. While many applauded Princess for standing her ground, others questioned the timing of her reaction and accused both actors of prolonging a case that should have been resolved quietly. Advocates for survivors of sexual abuse, however, argued that the conversation remains necessary given the widespread neglect of victims’ voices in the country.
Legal commentators say the renewed public spat highlights bigger issues within Nigeria’s entertainment sector, including a lack of unified ethical standards and the tendency for high-profile cases to devolve into personal feuds. They note that the exchange between Princess and Fabiyi has overshadowed ongoing conversations about support systems for abused minors and the broader societal responsibility for child protection.
Despite the backlash, Princess has vowed not to stay silent. She emphasized that her continued responses stem from a duty to defend truth and prevent a revisionist narrative from taking hold. She also urged the public to shift focus toward safeguarding vulnerable children rather than glorifying individuals linked to abuse allegations.
As reactions continue to pour in, the controversy surrounding Baba Ijesha’s release, and the rift between Princess and Fabiyi, remains one of the most polarizing topics in Nigerian entertainment. Whether the renewed clash will spark meaningful dialogue or simply reignite old wounds remains to be seen, but for now, the public remains deeply entrenched in the unfolding drama.
