Lizzy Anjorin: Drama as Woman Lands in Court over Post against Nollywood Star
- Lagos court heard how Facebook posts allegedly defaming Lizzy Anjorin landed a woman in legal hot water
- During the trial, the defendant pleaded not guilty, as police stated the posts have been ongoing since 2023
- The magistrate grants bail with strict conditions, while other bloggers involved remain at large
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37-year-old woman, Akanji Kofoworola, is now facing legal consequences after allegedly publishing defamatory content about popular Nollywood actress and entrepreneur, Lizzy Anjorin, on Facebook.
The case, which has grabbed public attention, was heard at a Lagos Chief Magistrate’s Court, where Kofoworola was arraigned by officers from the Zone Police Command, Onikan, The Vanguard reported.
Source: Instagram
From posts to police custody
According to the prosecutor, Haruna Ibrahim, the defendant, alongside unnamed bloggers who are still on the run, had, since 2023, consistently shared false and obscene content targeted at the actress via her Facebook page.
The posts, police say, were carefully crafted to damage the reputation of the actress, even though the defendant allegedly knew they were false.
The charge read:
“She knowingly shared false statements and rumours about Lizzy Anjorin, which contravenes sections 39, 57, and 150 of the Lagos Criminal Laws.”
The accusations are serious, carrying legal weight under the Criminal Laws of Lagos state 2015.
Kofoworola pleads not guilty
The accused pleaded not guilty. The prosecutor urged the court to remand her in custody, arguing that the charges are weighty and the investigation is still ongoing.
However, her lawyer swiftly applied for bail, saying the offences were bailable and that the defendant would not interfere with investigations.
Chief Magistrate Wahab Balogun granted the request, setting bail at ₦100,000 with two sureties in like sum. The sureties must show evidence of tax payment and reside within Lagos.
See a video of Lizzy Anjorin here:
Nigerians react to news around Lizzy Anjorin
Legit.ng compiled reactions of netizens below:
@thebashboy_:
"Omo Nigeria government suppose banned this woman from using internet bcus she’s fold of that"
@needles_sliver:
"The same thing she did to Iyabo Ojo so e dey p@in?"
@tohab_event:
"Everything is looking like there's no law again in this country because of foolish politicians they're looking for votes"
@rexrem:
"Interesting how people get involved in other people’s business unnecessarily to the point of getting incarcerated"
@oluwakemisola830:
"Nigeria is finished i swear imagine someone that is raining curse on little children every day omo"
Source: Instagram
Lizzy Anjorin drags Iyabo Ojo again
Legit.ng earlier reported that Lizzy Anjorin resumed calling out her colleague Iyabo Ojo amid her ongoing drama with singer Naira Marley over Mohbad's death.
According to Lizzy, the mother of two would do anything to destroy people with lies to gain sympathy for donation.
As proof of her bold claims against Iyabo, Lizzy shared an old video of the actress declaring herself a Marlian after receiving a gift from Naira Marley. Lizzy queried why Iyabo didn't contact Naira Marley, who sent her a gift, to find out the real issue about Mohbad's death.
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