A troubling video showing Ilebaye Odiniya, winner of the Big Brother Naija All-Stars edition, in tears over an alleged assault has sparked widespread reactions on social media.
The footage, which surfaced online in the early hours of Saturday, captured the reality TV star crying uncontrollably while pleading for help, with visible swelling seen on her face.
In the video, Ilebaye repeatedly expressed her desire to leave the house, but appeared unable to do so.
The clip also showed a man hitting her from behind, while another male individual stood nearby looking confused without stepping in to stop the alleged attack.
As of the time of this report, the exact circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear.
Following the circulation of the video, several social media users called on security agencies to investigate the matter.
Beauty Tukura, a former BBNaija housemate, also reacted through a post on X, revealing that Ilebaye’s phone number had become unreachable and appealing for urgent assistance.
“Please who can track a number. Ilebaye isn’t reachable anymore. She was about to send her location. Please who can help? She said she’s in Abuja,” Tukura wrote.
Ilebaye emerged winner of the BBNaija All-Stars season in 2023, receiving a grand prize of N120 million alongside a sports utility vehicle (SUV).
At the time, former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello congratulated her, describing her as “the pride of Kogi and a true trendsetter”.
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