A social media user identified as Samuel Adeboye Adeyeye, popularly known on X as Swanky_concept, has been sentenced to two years imprisonment for spreading false information online about the daughter of Nigerian music stars Adekunle Gold and Simi.

The sentencing followed a controversial post in which the user falsely claimed that the couple’s daughter, Deja, had died.

False Post Triggered Outrage

The misleading post, shared on X, quickly sparked reactions online after the user wrote:

“My sincere condolences to the Adekunle family. Rip to Deja.”

The post reportedly generated widespread outrage, with many social media users condemning the circulation of false and sensitive information involving a child.

Authorities later moved against the suspect over the publication.

Court Sentences Defendant

According to reports, Samuel was arraigned before the court and eventually pleaded guilty to charges linked to spreading false information with malicious intent.

He was subsequently sentenced on May 15 to two years imprisonment.

The development has continued to generate conversations online, with many Nigerians debating the growing spread of misinformation and harmful content across social media platforms.