Lagos AG Clarifies Baba Ijesha Was Not Cleared of Sexual Assault Charges

The Lagos State Attorney General debunked online claims that Nollywood actor Baba Ijesha was cleared of sexual assault charges. He clarified that Baba Ijesha was convicted in 2021 for assaulting a minor and his appeal was dismissed by the Supreme Court in 2025.

The AG warned against spreading misinformation and emphasized the state's commitment to child protection and enforcing criminal convictions accurately.