Poco Lee breaks silence after UK detention, faces sexual offence hearing tomorrow
Nigerian dancer Iweh 'Poco Lee' Odinaka has spoken out following his release from UK detention, maintaining his innocence on five sexual offence charges. The allegations—two counts of rape, one count of attempted rape, and two counts of assault by penetration—stem from an incident in Tower Hamlets, east London on July 23, 2026. He first appeared before Thames Magistrates' Court on August 18 before the case was transferred to Snaresbrook Crown Court. During a video call shared by activist VeryDarkMan, Poco Lee said his primary concern during detention was the welfare of his close associates and the impact on their lives and businesses, adding he tried not to burden those around him while insisting 'I didn't do what I was accused of.' He expressed gratitude to Burna Boy and Rahman Jago for their support during the ordeal. The case remains active despite claims the complainant withdrew it, with the UK Crown Prosecution Service confirming Poco Lee is scheduled for a Plea and Trial Preparation Hearing at Snaresbrook Crown Court on September 15, 2026—tomorrow. A reporting restriction protects the complainant's identity, and Poco Lee has not been convicted of any offence as the legal process continues.