Concerned citizens under the aegis of the Coalition of Justice Advocates, CJA, in conjunction with some affected platforms and individuals, have called on Nigeria and German governments to immediately investigate and prosecute Mrs. Comfort Tolani Abosede Ilesanmi, also known as Comfy, over alleged acts of cyberbullying and defamation.
Addressing journalists at a press conference in Lagos on Friday, Mr. Kayode Adebiyi on behalf of the coalition alleged that the online conduct attributed to a woman said to be seeking asylum in Germany has targeted justice advocates and their families, including minors.
According to Mr. Adebiyi, “Our grievances arise from a disturbing pattern of online conduct targeting advocates for justice and their families, including minors. The members of CJA are visible advocates, campaigning for justice in relation to the late Ilerioluwa Promise Aloba, popularly known as MohBad, within lawful bounds.”
According to him, the issue raises broader concerns about accountability and the protection of citizens’ rights in the digital space.
“It concerns the responsibility we all share—institutions, professionals and citizens alike—to ensure that justice is not only done, but seen to be done. When systems fail to uphold this standard, the consequences ripple far beyond the individual directly involved. It erodes public trust, breaks democratic norms and creates space for impunity to thrive,” the coalition stated.
The group stressed that no individual or institution should operate above scrutiny, adding that actions affecting people’s rights, livelihoods or reputations must be grounded in transparency, due process and respect for established procedures.
“We have been greatly aggrieved by sustained acts of cyberbullying, defamation and unlawful processing of data,” Adebiyi said.
The alleged acts were said to have been carried out through various social media handles linked to Ilesanmi, including TikTok accounts such as @TikTok_Comfybackup, Comfy TV, TikTok Comfy and Tolani74, as well as Facebook and YouTube platforms identified as Tolani Ilesanmi and Comfy TV channel.
Some individuals present at the press conference alleged online activities of Mrs. Ilesanmi have inflicted reputational harm and emotional distress on concerned citizens and their families.
“These conducts have inflicted significant reputational harm, instilled fear for personal safety and caused severe emotional distress,” some aggrieved individuals narrated their plights.
Individuals from affected platforms such as Justice 4 MohBad, Olori Ebi Platform Worldwide further alleged that photographs of members and their children were circulated online without consent, thereby exposing them to threats and intimidation.
The coalition further stayed, “In retaliation, Mrs. Ilesanmi has published numerous false statements across social media platforms, branding our clients as liars and wrongdoers. She has gone so far as to allege assassination plots without evidence, and she has circulated our photographs and the children of our members without consent.”
The group said several individuals affected now live in fear and have restricted their movements due to concerns about personal safety, while some have suffered socio-economic consequences affecting their livelihoods and public standing.
Citing provisions of Nigerian laws, the CJA argued that the alleged actions may contravene multiple statutes.
The coalition referenced the Cybercrimes Act 2015, provisions under the Criminal and Penal Codes relating to defamation, the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act, and the Child Rights Act 2003 concerning the publication of minors’ personal data.
It also raised concerns under the Nigerian Data Protection Act 2023 and the Nigerian Data Protection Regulation 2019, noting that the dissemination of personal data without lawful consent—particularly involving minors—violates established data protection principles.
“In light of these circumstances, we respectfully call upon the Force Criminal Investigation Department to open a formal investigation into Mrs. Ilesanmi’s online activities,” the coalition stated.
The group urged authorities to secure and preserve digital evidence from social media platforms and telecommunications providers, collaborate with international agencies including Interpol and relevant German authorities, and seek urgent court orders to remove unlawful content and restrain continued harassment.
Beyond prosecution, the CJA requested remedial measures including the removal of posts containing private information, a public retraction and apology across the same platforms, and monitoring of the identified accounts to prevent further uploads.
The coalition also called for support services for victims, including psychological counselling and protective measures.
“As we move forward, let us reaffirm our commitment to the principles that define true justice—transparency, due process, accountability and respect for human dignity,” the statement concluded.
“Justice is not a destination; it is a continuous journey, and every action we take, every voice we raise, every question we ask and every standard we defend moves us closer to a society where fairness is not aspirational but guaranteed.”
Meanwhile, Emmanuel Oroku, Head of Litigation/Senior Partner, Alpha Law Firm, representative of the coalition has disclosed that a petition has been submitted to the police over allegations of cyberbullying and defamation, stating that the group is awaiting official action from the authorities.
He explained that legal processes had already begun and that the coalition was pursuing several steps to ensure that the matter is addressed through lawful channels.
According to Oroku, the petition prepared on behalf of the coalition has already been transmitted to senior police authorities for consideration.
“A petition has been prepared. And onward, as of this morning, it has been issued and sent to the Assistant Inspector General of Police at Alagbon,” he said.
“So, we believe that as soon as that petition is approved, the police will take the necessary steps with respect to that.”
He added that the coalition expects the police to commence investigations once the petition is formally processed.
Oroku further disclosed that the coalition is also exploring diplomatic and governmental channels as part of its legal strategy.
“We’re also working on petitions towards the Embassy, the Germany Embassy and also, we’ll take the initiative to notify the state government,” he stated.
He maintained that the CJA is committed to exhausting all lawful options available in pursuing justice.
“So far, every legal step is in motion towards getting justice,” he added.
Explaining the legal framework surrounding the allegations of cyberbullying and defamation, Oroku referenced relevant provisions of Nigerian law.
“When it comes to cyberbullying, we have the Cybercrime Act of 2015, amended in 2024,” he said.
“When we petition, we believe this is still a country that has law and order. We follow up with the Nigerian Police, and they will carry out investigations.”
He also noted that the authorities may collaborate with international law enforcement if necessary.
“If they have to work with Interpol, they would do that,” he said.
The lawyer further clarified that defamation cases could take both criminal and civil dimensions.
“Defamation is in two ways. You have criminal defamation and you have civil defamation. What we are saying is that there are several mechanisms that can be taken, and all of this will be explored.”
Oroku concluded that the coalition remains determined to pursue all legal avenues available in addressing the allegations of cyberbullying and defamation.
