The Ogun State Police Command has officially detained trending TikToker Mirabel (@mirab351) as part of an investigation into whether she fabricated a sexual assault claim that went viral earlier this month. The command confirmed on Friday, February 20, 2026, that the creator is currently in custody while detectives probe the authenticity of her reports.
The Initial Allegations
The controversy began on February 15, 2026, when Mirabel shared a series of emotional videos on TikTok. In the footage, she alleged that an unknown man had broken into her apartment and sexually assaulted her.
Adding to the gravity of the claim, she asserted that the suspect had bragged about having “influential family connections” that would protect him from any legal repercussions. The post quickly garnered hundreds of thousands of views and sparked a wave of digital advocacy for her justice.
The Turning Point: “Hallucinations” and VeryDarkMan
The trajectory of the case shifted significantly following a conversation between Mirabel and social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM).
During the recorded interaction, Mirabel reportedly admitted that she had been under the influence of drugs at the time of the alleged break-in. She further disclosed that she might have experienced hallucinations, casting serious doubt on her initial claims of a physical intruder and assault.
Police Action and DSP Babaseyi’s Statement
The Ogun State Police Command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed that the creator was brought into custody to reach a “logical conclusion” on the matter.
“She is with us now, and the investigation is ongoing,” Babaseyi stated. Addressing the possibility of the TikToker facing criminal charges for filing a false report, he added: “The facts will tell at the conclusion of our investigation… so we can reach a conclusion on whether those allegations were true or not.”
Public Reaction: From Sympathy to Scrutiny
The case has triggered a polarized reaction across the Nigerian digital landscape:
- Initial Support: Thousands of users originally rallied behind the hashtag #JusticeForMirabel, viewing her as a victim of both assault and systemic intimidation.
- The Backlash: Following the revelation of drug use and potential hallucinations, critics have slammed the creator for “crying wolf” and potentially trivializing the experiences of genuine sexual assault survivors.
- Legal Implications: Legal commentators have noted that if the report is proven to be intentionally fabricated, it could result in charges of providing false information to public officers.
Current Status
Mirabel remains in police custody in Ogun State. Authorities have emphasized that the investigation will be thorough, looking into forensic evidence at her apartment and medical reports to determine if any physical encounter took place.
@mirab351I’m genuinely sorry but I can’t hold up anymore it was soo nice meeting you all and I’m “SORRY” 😔😭♬ original sound – 𝓜𝓲𝓻𝓪𝓫𝓮𝓵 ❤︎︎🌸
Source: Africa Publicity
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