Nollywood actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, widely recognized by his stage name Baba Ijesha, has officially regained his freedom after spending five years in incarceration. The actor, who was convicted in 2022 by the Lagos State High Court on charges of sexually assaulting a minor, was released on Friday, November 14, 2025, following a landmark decision by the Court of Appeal.
The appellate court overturned the earlier judgment, ruling that Baba Ijesha had been wrongfully convicted. According to reports, the court found no sufficient evidence to uphold the charges of defilement and sexual assault, thereby clearing him of all allegations.
The case, which began in April 2021, had drawn widespread public attention after a viral CCTV video surfaced, allegedly implicating the actor. His conviction in July 2022 led to a 16-year prison sentence, sparking heated debates across Nigeria’s entertainment and legal communities.
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