On October 5, Don Jazzy publicly denied any role in the reported arrest of an X influencer, @AJSMILE911, who had shared a false claim about him and Ayra Starr's mother expecting a child. The rumour stemmed from a video originally posted by Ayra Starr's mother on November 26, 2023, which was recaptioned on September 29 to suggest a pregnancy. The post included a medical scan image widely believed to be AI-generated or edited. Don Jazzy responded sarcastically on September 30, telling the influencer's family to "talk sense" into him.
On October 2, a screenshot from an X user, @Funksmama, claimed the influencer was arrested at his Abuja home by men who seized phones and took him away. The message, allegedly from the influencer's brother, has not been verified, and no official confirmation from police or any agency has emerged. Ayra Starr, her mother, and Don Jazzy had not commented on the arrest reports until October 5, when Don Jazzy responded to a direct query, denying any involvement. He suggested the influencer might be seeking attention, calling the situation a possible "cruise." In a lighthearted tone, he wrote, "Some of una head dey touch once but it is all love," adding, "E go better one day," and "I actually love you guys."
The false narrative has been widely debunked. The original video is nearly three years old, and no authority has confirmed the arrest, its cause, or the parties responsible. Don Jazzy's denial stands as the only direct response from any named party.
Don Jazzy's casual dismissal contrasts with the seriousness of an unconfirmed arrest tied to online speech. If authorities did act, it raises questions about proportionality in response to a satirical post. His suggestion that the influencer sought attention downplays potential overreach. The lack of official confirmation leaves the truth in the realm of speculation.
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