Oladimeji Hammed, a 27-year-old TikTok user known as Immunizer, has been arraigned at an Ikeja magistrates' court in Lagos on charges of cyberbullying Mohbad's widow, Omowunmi Cynthia. The Lagos State Police Command charged Hammed with six counts of cyberstalking, online bullying, and publishing harmful, insulting, and provocative content targeting the 26-year-old widow between February 8 and March 14. One post on February 8 claimed Omowunmi was planning to flee Nigeria before justice was served in her husband's death, and included her passport photograph. On February 11, Hammed allegedly published material suggesting she had not denied infidelity allegations during court proceedings, and on February 19, he shared content asserting that private material belonging to her had been leaked online. A video posted on March 14 contained derogatory remarks accusing her of pursuing a hidden agenda connected to Mohbad's affairs. Prosecutors argued the content subjected Omowunmi to public ridicule, online trolling, hatred, and physical threats. The prosecution cited emotional distress and reputational harm as consequences of the alleged campaign. Hammed pleaded not guilty to all charges and was remanded in police custody pending further investigation. The next court appearance is scheduled for April 10.
A social media user faces trial for spreading unverified claims about a grieving widow, including allegations of flight risk and infidelity, amplified through widely shared posts. The case tests how Nigerian courts handle digital harassment when public figures become targets of online speculation. No evidence was presented in court linking Omowunmi to any wrongdoing, yet the posts fueled real-world threats and reputational damage. The legal action signals a potential shift in holding influencers accountable for harmful content disguised as commentary.
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