Poco Lee Remanded in UK Ahead of September Court Hearing, Confirms Community Leader
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Popular Nigerian dancer Iweh Odinaka, widely known as Poco Lee, is currently held on remand in the United Kingdom following allegations of assault.
Poco Lee is scheduled to appear before the Snaresbrook Crown Court in London for a formal plea hearing.
The situation was confirmed by Benjamin Kuti, known as the Oluomo of Derby and founder of the Nigerian community organization in the United Kingdom.
“I can confirm that the reports are true. Poco Lee is currently on remand in a UK prison. His next court date is scheduled for the second week of September, when he is expected to have a plea hearing,” he tweeted.
I can confirm that the reports are true.
— 🎙OLUOMO OF DERBY 🇳🇬 🇬🇧🇬🇠🇿🇼 (@Oluomoofderby) August 24, 2026
Poco Lee is currently on remand in a UK prison.
His next court date is scheduled for the second week of September, when he is expected to have a plea hearing. At this hearing, he will typically enter a plea of either guilty, meaning he… https://t.co/Ngox2Oqo9u
He added that he intends to attend the proceedings to provide support to the Nigerian entertainer.
“I will also be attending the court proceedings as part of my support for the Nigerian community in the UK, to ensure that our fellow Nigerian receives the appropriate support during this difficult period of his life.
“Supporting members of our community in situations like this is something I do regularly, including visiting some of our community members who are currently in prison. It is important that we allow the legal process to take its course. Everyone is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”
Reports surrounding Poco Lee’s alleged detention in the UK first began circulating across social media platforms on August 19, though specific details regarding the incident remain limited.
The dancer has established a prominent presence in Nigeria through his dance performances, public appearances, and active social media presence.
His upcoming court appearance is anticipated to bring greater clarity to the allegations and the ongoing legal proceedings against him.
