Nollywood actress and podcaster Biola Adebayo has issued a public apology following widespread criticism over her recent interview with convicted actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha.
In a video shared on her Instagram page, Adebayo explained that her intention was not to defend or excuse the actor, but simply to carry out her role as an interviewer on her podcast, Talk-To-B.
She revealed that after Baba Ijesha’s release from prison, she invited him for an interview, expecting he would use the opportunity to apologise or clarify issues surrounding his case. However, he declined to do so during the session.
“As an interviewer, my duty is to ask questions, not to judge. The platform is open to everyone both the good and the bad,” she said.
Adebayo, who described herself as a mother, a Christian, and a survivor of sexual assault, stressed that the interview was never meant to undermine the gravity of the crime or absolve the actor of wrongdoing.
She insisted that she asked appropriate questions and would never support or enable abuse of any kind.
“I would never be an accomplice to a paedophile or a rapist. I stand firmly for the protection of children,” she stated.
The actress also dismissed claims that the interview was aimed at discrediting fellow actress Iyabo Ojo, whose name came up during the discussion.
According to her, she had no intention of tarnishing anyone’s image and maintained that the content did not portray Ojo negatively.
The interview sparked outrage online after Baba Ijesha claimed he was set up in the sexual assault case that led to his conviction.
Insightlinks recalled that Baba Ijesha was found guilty by a Lagos State High Court in 2022 for sexual assault and indecent treatment of a child, receiving a combined prison sentence.
Following his release, authorities clarified that he was not acquitted, and his name remains on the Lagos Sexual Offenders Register.
Appealing to the public, Adebayo said, “Please forgive me. I am not here to justify anything. I am a peaceful person and do not seek controversy.”
The incident continues to generate debate about media responsibility and sensitivity when handling issues involving sexual offences.
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