Nollywood actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has been released from prison after more than three years behind bars.
The embattled actor walked out of custody on Friday, November 14, 2025, following a decision of the Court of Appeal, which overturned his conviction on sexual assault charges.
The development was revealed by fellow actor Yomi Fabiyi, who announced the release in an Instagram post on Friday, November 14, 2025.
Fabiyi, one of Baba Ijesha’s most vocal supporters throughout the legal battle, said the Appeal Court’s ruling cleared the actor of allegations that he sexually assaulted a minor.
Fabiyi wrote, “You are now officially FREE AND OUT. Baba Ijesha is not just back but BETTER. I am also happy you were cleared by the Appeal Court of ever having sex with or defiling any child or minor. The 7-year-old story is a charade. We live in a terrible world where sentiments and wickedness rise above the rule of law and truth.”
Also, in a short video clip, Baba Ijesa addressed his fans saying that he has been released from prison.
He said, “I am out of prison custody. I just came out of prison. I will now look for a place to go. This is what I want to tell you. Thank you very much. Thank you for standing by me. You will not be put to shame. Thank you. I will call later. I am having a headache now. I need to look for where I can relax. Thank you and thank you.”
Baba Ijesha’s legal troubles began in 2021, culminating in a 16-year prison sentence handed down by the Lagos State High Court on July 14, 2022, for the alleged sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl.
His release marks a dramatic turn in a case that sparked intense public debate, divided the entertainment industry, and dominated national conversation for years.
