By The Warden
The Police command in Abuja has confirmed the arrest of Honourable Emmanuel Odiniya over alleged assault on his daughter, Miss Ilebaye Odiniya, winner of the 2023 Big Brother Naija Reality Television Reality Show.
The reality TV show winner (Ilebaye Odiniya) through a viral video which circulated on Saturday, appearing in an emotional and alleging she was assaulted by some men.
In the video, the reality TV star was seen crying and pleading for help while showing what appeared to be visible swelling on her face, while being beaten.
The FCT Police Command Spokesperson, SP , Josephine Adeh in a statement confirmed the arrest and detention of Honourable Odiniya assuring that investigation has been activated.
SP Adeh said,:”On the 9th of May, 2026, at about 12:00 a.m., the FCT Police Command responded to a distress call from Royal Anchor Estate, Wuye, Abuja, reporting an ongoing physical assault on Ms. Ilebaye Odiniya Emmanuel by her father, Honourable Emmanuel Odiniya
"Following the report, a patrol team from Wuye Division, supported by operatives of the Department of Operations, FCT Police Command, was immediately deployed to the scene.
"The Command’s Police Public Relations Officer was also present to monitor the operation.
"Upon arrival, officers discovered that the gate to the residence was locked. After several attempts, access was gained into the compound at about 2:30 a.m. Ms. Ilebaye Odiniya, who was found with visible bruises, was rescued alongside her brothers and rushed to NNPC Hospital Abuja, where she received medical attention.”
The statement added that, ”Hon. Emmanuel Odiniya is currently in police custody, while a thorough investigation is ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.”