The management of Nigerian dancer and entertainer Poco Lee has moved to clarify what it says the public should understand about the rape allegations currently before a court in the United Kingdom.
In a statement dated August 25, 2026, the team urged restraint in public commentary and warned against treating unverified claims as established facts while the legal process is ongoing.
“As this matter is now subject to legal proceedings, we urge the public, media, and all well-meaning individuals to exercise restraint in commenting on the details of the case,” the statement said.
The management stressed that the allegations against Poco Lee remain just that — allegations — until determined by the court.
“Allegations are not evidence of guilt, and no conclusions should be drawn until the matter has been heard and determined through the appropriate legal process,” it said.
It also pushed back against some of the narratives circulating online, particularly claims involving alleged drink spiking.
“We are particularly concerned by the volume of unverified narratives currently circulating, including claims referencing ‘drink spiking’, amongst other allegations which do not form part of any of the allegations or charges before the court,” the statement said.
The team said such claims risk distorting public understanding of the case and could unfairly prejudice those involved.
“We ask the public and media to desist from introducing details that are not part of the actual case, as doing so only fuels misinformation and causes unfair prejudice to all parties involved,” it added.
Poco Lee’s management also emphasised his right to due process and a fair hearing, insisting that the case should be determined in court rather than through public opinion.
“Every individual is entitled to a fair hearing and to have their matter determined by due process of law, not by public opinion,” the statement said.
“We respectfully request that this right be respected in this instance, as it would be for anyone else.”
The management said further updates would be issued through official channels when appropriate.
A UK court has fixed September 15, 2026, for the next hearing in the case, which remains ongoing
