Business tycoon and Chief Executive Officer of Five Star, Emeka Okonkwo, popularly known as E-Money, announced on Thursday, May 23, 2024 that one of the individuals who falsely accused him of being partly responsible for Junior Pope’s death has been arrested.
E-Money shared the update on his Instagram page, stating, “I’m relieved to share that one of the individuals responsible for the character assassination against me has been apprehended by the Nigeria Police Force and will face prosecution. This is a significant step towards ending the scourge of cyberbullying. My heartfelt gratitude goes out to the diligent officers of the Nigerian Police Force for their unwavering commitment to justice.”
Last weekend, E-Money debunked allegations made by two social media users and some Instagram blogs, which claimed he was involved in Junior Pope’s death due to a supposed love affair with his wife. He described these allegations as disrespectful to the deceased’s memory and hurtful to the grieving family.
E-Money further expressed his commitment to identifying the individuals responsible and ensuring they are held accountable for their allegations. He urged the public to assist the authorities with credible information leading to the arrest of the social media users who propagated the false claims.
The controversy has drawn significant attention, with many expressing outrage over the baseless accusations. E-Money’s efforts to clear his name and seek justice highlight the ongoing battle against cyberbullying and misinformation.
