Papaya Ex Denies Police Allegations in Live Video

On February 21, 2026, Abik Raheem, popularly known as Papaya Ex, a social media influencer, publicly denied allegations made by the Nigerian police during a live video. In the emotional video, she explained that her focus was on content creation and filmmaking, asserting that she did not refuse to cooperate during a routine police stop.

The Lagos State Police, represented by Public Relations Officer Benjamin Hundeyin, stated that Papaya Ex allegedly refused to allow officers to search her vehicle, claiming her public profile exempted her from such checks. The incident involved a patrol vehicle stopping her car, which was carrying three men and two women.

Papaya Ex instructed her driver to speed off, leading to a police pursuit that ended at a checkpoint. The police noted that the driver failed to provide satisfactory identification.

The situation has sparked widespread debate online, with Papaya Ex urging for a transparent and fair resolution.