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Ilebaye's father breaks silence on alleged assault
The father of former Big Brother Naija winner, Ilebaye, Mr Odinia Emmanuel Godson, has spoken publicly about the incident that allegedly led to the
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The video of Former Big Brother Naija All Stars winner, Ilebaye Odiniya, appearing in an emotional live video in the early hours of Saturday, allegedly showing her being assaulted by unidentified men, has since sparked outrage.
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The video of Former Big Brother Naija All Stars winner, Ilebaye Odiniya, appearing in an emotional live video in the early hours of Saturday, allegedly showing her being assaulted by unidentified men, has since sparked outrage.
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Ilebaye Precious Odiniya is a Nigerian criminologist, model, actress, and reality TV personality. She hails from Okpo in Olamaboro, Kogi State, and began her journey in entertainment as a child actress, appearing in popular Wale Adenuga productions such as Papa Ajasco, Super Story, and Binta & Friends. She went on to study Criminology and Security Studies at Salem University in Lokoja, where she earned her degree. Ilebaye first caught national attention in 2022 as a contestant on Big Brother Naija Season 7, tagged “Level Up.” Though her time on the show was cut short in the third week, her energy, confidence, and Gen Z identity resonated strongly with viewers. She returned in 2023 for the Big Brother Naija All-Stars season, where she emerged winner of the show, taking home the N120 million grand prize. Admired for her authenticity, resilience, and unique style, Ilebaye has since become one of the most talked-about young stars in Nigeria, balancing her passions for entertainment, fashion, and entrepreneurship.
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