…Gets Restraining Order Against Accuser
An Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) student, David Adefesobi Ojuko, has insisted on ₦15 million in damages after describing a rape allegation made against him by a female schoolmate, Adeife, as false and defamatory.
Ojuko has also obtained a restraining order against Adeife, barring her from contacting him directly, as part of ongoing legal action over the allegation which circulated on WhatsApp and other social media platforms.
In a letter dated February 24, 2026, and signed by Kingsley C. Anekwe, Esq., of K.C. Anekwe & Associates, Barristers & Solicitors, Adeife was formally notified to cease and desist from directly contacting their client.
The letter, titled “NOTICE TO CEASE AND DESIST FROM DIRECTLY CONTACTING OUR CLIENT REGARDING DEFAMATION MATTER,” stated that the firm acts as solicitors to David in respect of what it described as false and defamatory allegations made against him.
According to the letter, the lawyers had earlier demanded a written apology, clear retraction and monetary compensation, but expressed concern that there was no compliance.
“We have also been informed of attempts to contact our client directly and through third parties despite the subsisting legal process. This is improper. Once legal representation has been communicated, all correspondence must be strictly through counsel,” the letter read.
It further warned: “Accordingly, you are hereby notified to immediately cease and desist from contacting, attempting to contact, or communicating with our client in any manner whatsoever. All communications concerning this matter must be channeled exclusively through our office.”
The legal team added that although they remain open to an amicable resolution, there must be full compliance with their demands within fourteen days of receiving the demand letter.
“Take further notice that we remain open to an amicable resolution out of court, provided there is full compliance with the entirety of our demands within fourteen (14) days from the date of receipt of the demand letter. Failing such compliance within the stipulated timeframe, our client shall proceed to enforce his rights without further notice.”
Tribune Online reports that the dispute began after Adeife accused David of rape on her WhatsApp status following a disagreement over his opinion on the trending ‘Mirabel issue’.
She later released videos apologising and retracting the allegation, admitting that she spoke carelessly in anger and clarifying that David had never raped anyone.
In one of the videos, she said, “Good evening, everybody. My name is Adeife, and I am here today to sincerely apologise to David from the bottom of my heart. Recently, I made a very wrong statement on my WhatsApp status, tagging David as a rapist.
“David had only shared his opinion about the Mirabel’s ongoing saga, and our disagreement led me to speak very carelessly, and it is something that I truly regret. I want to make it clear that David has never raped anybody. In fact, testimonies around show that David is a very easygoing and respectful person.
“Our families met in a virtual meeting on Friday, February 20th, 2026, including myself and David. I accepted my wrongdoing and all the scoldings from the family members, and after deliberation, it was decided that I should write a letter of apology to David. I should make a retraction video on my status and apologise to David, and thirdly, my parents should visit Ile-Ife for the physical apology.
“On Sunday, 22nd February, 2026, my family visited his family in Ile-Ife for the physical apology. I have learned my lessons from this incident. Words spoken in anger can cause serious harm, and I want others to learn from this that you should never let your emotions override you.
“Once again, I am very, very sorry, David. I am truly sorry from the depth of my heart, and I want to promise everybody that such will not repeat itself. Thank you for listening. I am sorry once again, David. Thank you.”
Despite the apology, Ojuko’s legal team maintained that the allegation caused reputational harm, emotional distress, online harassment and loss of business opportunities.
The suit seeks ₦15 million in damages for defamation, emotional suffering and reputational harm, alongside a formal written and public apology, removal of all defamatory content and an undertaking against further harmful statements.
Tribuneonline
