Alleged Fake TikTok Account: Lawyer Claims Mirabel Framed Businessman Godwin Maduagu in Viral Rape Saga
Fresh twists have emerged in the controversial rape allegation that trended widely on social media after a TikToker identified as Mirabel accused a young businessman, Godwin Maduagu, of assault.
Counsel to Maduagu has now alleged that the rape claim was part of a calculated impersonation scheme involving a fake TikTok account created to frame his client. The development has deepened public debate, with many Nigerians calling for a thorough and impartial investigation.
Akahi News gathered that the matter gained traction after Mirabel, known on TikTok as @mirab351, posted emotional videos alleging that an unidentified man forced his way into her apartment on February 15 and assaulted her.
Lawyer Alleges Coordinated Impersonation Plot
Speaking to journalists, Alexander Akujieze, counsel to Maduagu, claimed that a fake TikTok account named “Priston” was created to impersonate his client and link him to the alleged crime.
According to him, shortly after the Lagos State Government issued a public notice seeking information about the alleged rapist, suspicious activity began online.
Akujieze alleged that the fake account repeatedly reposted Maduagu’s photographs and even placed his official TikTok handle in its bio to create the impression that the businessman owned the account.
More controversially, he claimed that the impersonating account publicly commented, allegedly admitting to the crime — a move that drew widespread outrage and led to a flood of insults and threats on Maduagu’s verified profile.
Akahi News learnt that the lawyer’s team believes the writing style of the alleged “confession message” mirrored Mirabel’s usual style of posting on her own TikTok page. He argued that this similarity raised suspicions about the authenticity of the claim.
However, these assertions remain allegations from the defence and have not yet been tested in court.
Petition to Police and Suspicion of Previous Adversaries
On February 17, 2026, Maduagu’s legal team reportedly petitioned the Area Commander of Area E Command of the Nigerian Police Force over alleged impersonation and an attempt to falsely implicate him.
In the petition, the businessman described himself as a law-abiding citizen and alleged that unknown persons used his identity and photographs to taunt a rape complainant online.
The petition also expressed suspicion toward two individuals previously arraigned in December 2025 in a separate criminal matter where Maduagu was the complainant. The defence suggested that those individuals, reportedly aggrieved by the earlier court proceedings, may have had motive to orchestrate the alleged setup.
The police have yet to publicly confirm the direction of investigations.
Public Outrage and Social Media Backlash
The case has sparked intense reactions across online platforms. While some commentators insist that false rape allegations must attract strict penalties if proven, others caution against rushing to conclusions before investigations are completed.
Legal analysts note that allegations of rape, impersonation and defamation are all serious offences under Nigerian law and require careful scrutiny of digital evidence, forensic analysis and witness testimony.
Akahi News gathered that the Area Commander reportedly assured the petitioner’s legal team that investigations would commence, although he acknowledged that the case had become highly sensitive due to its public nature.
The Bigger Picture: Justice for All Parties
The unfolding saga raises broader concerns about the misuse of social media, trial by public opinion and the reputational damage that can follow viral allegations.
If the rape allegation is proven false, legal experts say the consequences could include charges related to false reporting, defamation and cyber impersonation. Conversely, if evidence substantiates the claim of assault, the accused would face prosecution under applicable criminal laws.
Advocates for survivors of sexual violence have also urged caution, warning that false claims — if established — can undermine genuine victims’ credibility and discourage reporting of real crimes.
As of press time, no court has made a definitive ruling on the matter.
For now, both parties remain under scrutiny, and the public awaits the outcome of police investigations.
The case serves as a stark reminder that while social media can amplify voices, it can also complicate justice when allegations spread faster than verified facts.
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