Following a defamation and cyberstalking petition filed last week by gospel artiste, Nathaniel Bassey, against four Facebook users, one of them, Kingsley Ibe, has apologised to the singer and fellow counterpart, Mercy Chinwo.
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Ibe also turned himself into police custody.
He and three others alleged that Bassey fathered the son of a fellow popular gospel singer, an allegation that went viral on X.
The three other social media users, identified in the petition are Okoronkwo Ejike, Terrence Ekot and Dj Spoiltkid.
A press statement released by Basseyâs legal representatives on Monday disclosed that âThe police have taken his statement together with other incontrovertible evidence ready for prosecution over criminal defamation and cyber-related offences.â
It also noted that the accused had shown remorse for his actions and was committed to redeeming himself
âMr. Ibe has shown true repentance for his actions and made a commitment to turn a new leaf and become a more responsible member of society.â
âHis aged mother and family members have also apologized on his behalf, and I have decided to extend a hand of fellowship and love towards him.â.
I Take Full Responsibility For My Actions
In an apology video made by Ibe on Monday, he stated he regretted his âreckless;â statement adding that he was not under duress to make the video
âTo you pastor Nathaniel Bassey, I express my sincere apology to you for the comment I made on social media and to your family as well.â
âI know the damages it has caused and I take full responsibility and I am deeply sorry from the bottom of my heart,â he said
âTo his fans and followers, to his ministry, the hallelujah challenge and the RCCG Oasis
âI am also a fan of pastor Nathaniel Bassey for the past years and I did not make those comments with the intent to cause harm or evil and I am deeply deeply sorry.â
He also apologised to gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo and her family adding that his utterances might have far-reaching implications but were not with any form of malice
âTo minster Chinwo, I know I donât deserve your mercy but I am deeply and I ask you to forgive me â
âTo the baby I know my message was harsh and might cause a negative impactâ
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