Poco Lee’s management seeks public restraint amid UK legal case

The management of popular Nigerian dancer Iweh Odinaka, also known as Poco Lee, has continued to call for restraint in the spread of negative narratives surrounding the entertainer’s ongoing legal case in the United Kingdom.

The management made the appeal in a statement issued on Wednesday by Poco Lee’s manager, Faleye Adedoyin, also known as “Dee-Y”. It also acknowledged the support of Nigerian pop star Zlatan Ibile and others during the legal ordeal, saying their involvement had been crucial to the case.

“We would like to publicly acknowledge that Zlatan, along with others, has been extremely supportive and helpful through this matter. Their involvement, support, and effort have been vital to moving things forward. We deeply value their ongoing support and dedication, and we kindly request that everyone refrain from spreading negative narratives,” the statement read.

Poco Lee was granted bail on September 11 ahead of his appearance at Snaresbrook Crown Court, which was initially scheduled for September 15.

However, the plea and trial preparation hearing was later adjourned to February 8, 2027, after the charge sheet was reportedly unavailable and Poco Lee did not appear in court. The trial was subsequently scheduled for March 8, 2027.

Poco Lee was charged with five sexual offences in the UK, including attempted rape, two counts of rape and two counts of assault by penetration.

The entertainer denied the allegations and has not been convicted of any offence. His management had previously urged the public and media to exercise restraint over unverified narratives surrounding the case.

It stressed that allegations should not be treated as evidence of guilt and urged the public to allow the legal process to run its course.