Police Confirm Lil Smart’s Arrest After Naira Marley’s Petition
Popular Nigerian dancer Lil Smart has been arrested by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) following a petition filed by singer Naira Marley.
The arrest was confirmed on Friday by police spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi, nearly two weeks after Lil Smart’s sudden disappearance sparked concerns online.
According to Adejobi, Lil Smart was taken into custody for criminal defamation, cyberbullying, cyberstalking, and spreading falsehoods against Naira Marley.
“Following a filed petition for criminal defamation, cyberbullying, cyberstalking, and falsehood, the Force also secured the arrest of one Idowu Smart Emmanuel, who eventually admitted to his crimes and confessed that his allegations were false.”
Lil Smart Admits Making False Accusations
In a trending video, the dancer was paraded by the police, where he admitted to fabricating allegations against Naira Marley. Lil Smart expressed deep regret for calling out the singer and his associate, Zinoleesky, without solid evidence.
His confession comes after he had previously accused the duo of threatening his life in a disturbing Instagram post on December 9, 2024.
Stanley Ontop’s Outcry: Secret Arrest Sparks Concern
Before the official police confirmation, Nollywood filmmaker Stanley Ontop had earlier accused Naira Marley of secretly arresting Lil Smart without a trace.
The incident had generated heated discussions, with many wondering about the dancer’s whereabouts until the police publicly addressed the issue.
Final Thought: Justice or Intimidation?
Lil Smart’s admission of false claims raises key questions:
🔹 Was his initial fear of Naira Marley justified?
🔹 Did he act under pressure to recant his allegations?
🔹 Will this case set a precedent for handling online defamation in Nigeria?
While Naira Marley’s reputation has suffered heavily from past controversies, this case shows he’s willing to take legal action to clear his name.
What do you think? 💭 Is this true justice, or is Lil Smart being silenced? ⚖️🔥
