The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested Emmanuel Odiniya, father of 2023 BBN winner Ilebaye Odiniya, following an alleged assault incident involving his daughter in Abuja
The command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Saturday, revealing that officers responded to a distress call from Royal Anchor Estate, Wuye, in the early hours of the day.
“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, Hon. 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.”
According to Adeh, police officers initially faced resistance while trying to enter the residence because the gate 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,” she stated.
She added that Emmanuel Odiniya is currently in police custody as investigations continue.
“Hon. Emmanuel Odiniya is currently in police custody, while a thorough investigation is ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.”
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