Nigerian singer Damilola Afolabi, popularly known as L.A.X, has finally opened up about why he slammed a Twitter user with a ₦500 million defamation lawsuit.
The Allegation That Started It All
The controversy began when a Twitter user, @edna_reese, made a shocking claim about the singer. Reacting to a loved-up photo L.A.X posted online, she alleged that he had herpes, writing:
“Rasaki wicked herpes giver. Omo! Love and light to you.”
The post quickly gained traction, drawing attention from fans and social media users. However, things took a drastic turn when the lady later revealed she had been arrested just days after making the statement.
Why L.A.X Took Legal Action
Speaking in a recent interview with Chude, L.A.X explained what led to the lawsuit. According to him, he initially checked the troll’s profile and discovered that she had a fake bio and profile picture, with a history of cyberbullying others.
“I started getting phone calls, and people were tagging me everywhere online. That’s when I decided to take legal action,” L.A.X said.
The singer contacted his lawyer and filed a lawsuit to ensure accountability and set an example against false accusations.
Social Media Reacts
The incident has since sparked a debate online, with some users supporting L.A.X’s decision to fight defamation, while others argue that the lawsuit and arrest might have been too extreme.
What do you think? Should celebrities ignore online trolls, or was L.A.X right to take legal action? Share your thoughts in the comments!
