He went quiet for weeks. Now, he's back. Nigerian dance sensation Poco Lee has finally resurfaced on Instagram after his shock arrest in the UK - and Nollywood and the Afrobeats scene are rushing to welcome him home.

Nigerian dancer, hypeman and influencer Poco Lee has returned to social media for the first time since his arrest and remand in the United Kingdom in August 2026.

The entertainer, whose real name is Iweh Pascal Odinaka, was arrested in London over an alleged sexual offence.

He was reportedly charged with five counts, including two counts of assault by penetration, one count of attempted rape and two counts of rape. He was remanded in custody before being granted bail on 11 September 2026, which was confirmed to the BBC in mid-September.

Since his release on bail, Poco Lee has stayed completely out of the public eye. Until now.

This week, he broke his silence with a carousel of new photos on Instagram, captioning it simply: “ODINAKA”. In the background, a Yoruba voice note played: “E ma binu pe mi si ni online oo” — loosely translated as “Please don’t be angry that I haven’t been online.”

Poco Lee is not just any influencer. He blew up in 2018 after his energetic Zanku and legwork videos went viral, featuring in Zlatan Ibile’s “Zanku (Legwork)” video. That moment turned him from a street dancer in Lagos into a full-blown cultural figure.

He has since shared stages with Afrobeats royalty — Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage and Naira Marley — and has transitioned into music himself with tracks like YARD and Otilo.

His UK trip was supposed to be another career high, not a legal battle.

Away from the charges and court dates, what fans saw was a young man asking for grace.

The Yoruba apology struck a chord. And the comment section told its own story. Within minutes, fellow celebrities flooded in: Zlatan, Israel DMW, Phyno, Yhemo Lee, Cubana Chief Priest, Cute Abiola, Destiny Etiko, Kiekie, MC Edopikin, Kemity, Jigan, Lanre Alewilese and many more were seen celebrating his return.

It’s a reminder that behind the headlines is a 29-year-old entertainer whose career was built on joy and movement — now navigating one of the most difficult chapters of his life, with his management previously denying claims linked to the case.

Poco Lee himself has previously thanked Burna Boy for standing by him during the ordeal, saying: “Nobody would have wanted to associate themselves with something like that, but Burna Boy stood by me.”

Why It Matters?

This is bigger than one Instagram post.

1. For the Industry: Nigerian creatives are touring the UK more than ever before. How UK law handles allegations involving visiting artists sets a precedent.

2. For the Conversation: In the UK, sexual offences are prosecuted by the Crown Prosecution Service, with cases like this often taking 12-18 months to reach trial. Bail does not mean acquittal or guilt — it is a standard step while investigations continue.

3. For Fans: Poco Lee commands millions of young followers who grew up on his dance. His absence and return highlight the mental health toll of public legal battles in the age of cancel culture.

What Happens Next in a UK Sexual Offence Case?

Under UK law, after charge and bail, a defendant must attend plea and trial preparation hearings at Crown Court — in this case, **Snaresbrook Crown Court** in London. At the plea hearing, the court establishes whether the defendant pleads guilty or not guilty.

Reports indicate Poco Lee’s plea hearing has been adjourned to February 2027, meaning the case remains active and sub judice. He remains on bail with conditions until then. If he pleads not guilty, a full trial date will be set.

It is vital to note: All charges are allegations at this stage. He is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Next Steps:

As reported by cbinews.tv, all eyes will now be on:

1. The February 2027 plea hearing at Snaresbrook Crown Court

2. Whether the Crown Prosecution Service proceeds with all five counts

3. An official statement from Poco Lee’s legal team, which has remained largely silent since the bail

4. How brands and promoters navigate bookings while the case is ongoing

For now, Poco Lee is back online. And as his caption says — Odinaka. He is holding onto his name.

Source: cbinews.tv.

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