Baba Ijesha Regains Freedom After Court of Appeal Victory

Nollywood actor Baba Ijesha, real name Olanrewaju Omiyinka, has been freed from prison after spending three years behind bars for alleged sexual assault. The Court of Appeal cleared him of the charges, leading to his release on November 14, 2025.

Actor Yomi Fabiyi confirmed Baba Ijesha's freedom on Instagram, stating that the appellate court overturned the earlier judgment. The case had garnered significant attention in the entertainment industry.