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The movie star refutes reports suggesting she was detained, insisting her critic was legally arrested following a defamation dispute over her film projects.
Nollywood actress Yetunde Barnabas has publicly accused content creator Ajefunke Kofoshi of misleading the public regarding their recent dispute.
The screen star addressed the situation directly through her official social media channels to set the record straight today.
Reports had previously circulated online claiming that Kofoshi was merely invited by law enforcement officers for informal questioning sessions.
A furious Barnabas categorically denied those claims, insisting that Kofoshi was officially picked up and arrested by law enforcement.
She asserted that the critic actively propagated false narratives to downplay her legal troubles and protect her public image.
The disagreement stems from alleged defamatory comments Kofoshi made regarding Barnabas’s recent cinematic productions and personal reputation online.
Barnabas disclosed that she initially faced off with Kofoshi legally after taking action against persistent cyberbullying attempts against her.
According to her account, Kofoshi admitted her wrongdoings during the legal proceedings and begged for a peaceful resolution.
The actress decided to forgive her critic under specific conditions, including a mandatory public video apology discouraging online defamation.
However, the dispute escalated after Kofoshi posted a video claiming she was never arrested but simply honored an invitation.
Barnabas quickly fired back, warning her critic not to mislead the public about the true nature of their encounter.
She emphasized that downplaying an official law enforcement arrest as a casual invitation distorts the facts of the matter.
Industry colleagues and close supporters rushed to comment sections across social media, offering overwhelming solidarity to the actress.
Many fans urged her to enforce strict legal consequences if the critic continues attempting to distort the official narrative.
The public feud highlights growing legal measures taken by Nigerian entertainers against online critics and persistent digital harassment.
Entertainment analysts note that legal interventions are becoming common as public figures seek to protect their professional brand identities.
Social media users across Instagram and X continue discussing the drama, debating public accountability standards for online content creators.
Barnabas reiterated that she remains committed to protecting her creative works, reputation, and personal dignity from malicious attacks.
She cautioned online commentators to refrain from spreading unverified claims and cursing public figures for cheap digital engagement.
As the controversy continues to trend online, fans await further updates regarding whether additional legal actions will follow.
The incident underscores the fine line between constructive film criticism and actionable criminal defamation within modern digital spaces.
Barnabas maintained that forgiving a wrongdoer should not be mistaken for weakness or permission to rewrite facts publically.
Her firm response sends a clear message to critics that malicious statements targeting artists will face serious legal resistance.
The situation remains a top trending topic across West African entertainment forums as social media users evaluate both claims.
