DJ Chicken remanded in Kirikiri over threat to Seyi Tinubu

A Nigerian social media personality has been remanded in custody after a court in Lagos charged him with making a death threat against Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu. Ademola Abiodun, known as DJ Chicken, was arraigned on Friday, July 10, 2026, before Magistrate M.F. Onamusi at a Magistrates' Court in the Ogba area of Lagos State.

The content creator faces a three-count charge that includes making threats to kill, conduct likely to cause a breach of the peace, and offences under the Cybercrimes Act. The prosecution stated the charges stem from a video DJ Chicken posted on his social media platforms last week, in which he allegedly commented on the 2027 presidential election and threatened Seyi Tinubu.

Following significant public backlash to the video, DJ Chicken posted a retraction, describing his original remarks as a joke intended to attract attention and gain popularity. He stated he had no intention of harming Seyi Tinubu and said the comments were part of his content creation. Despite this public apology, authorities proceeded with his arrest and prosecution.

In court, DJ Chicken pleaded not guilty to all charges. Magistrate Onamusi granted him bail in the...