The Nigeria Police Force has taken singer Rolex Dee into custody following allegations that he defamed and cyberbullied fellow musician Taye Currency during the Agbaletu program. The Oyo State Police Command issued a statement clarifying the situation, countering claims of an unlawful arrest. According to the police, officers tracked Rolex Dee to Lagos after Taye Currency filed a formal petition, accusing Rolex of making defamatory statements, engaging in cyberbullying, and issuing threats to life across various social media platforms.
The controversy began when Rolex Dee’s interview on the Agbaletu program went viral, drawing widespread attention. The police emphasized that the suspect’s remarks, made during a public broadcast, were considered damaging and were further amplified by online circulation. In their official response on X, the command labeled earlier reports of an illegal arrest as unverified and misleading, stating that the detention was lawful and based on a legitimate complaint.
The incident highlights the ongoing tensions within the Nigerian music industry, as artists increasingly turn to legal avenues to address online disputes. Rolex Dee remains in police custody as investigations continue, with authorities vowing to uphold the law against cyberbullying and defamation.