Taofeek Akinbo, her lawyer, confirmed his involvement in the case via a series of posts on on Friday, addressing growing online speculation. He reassured the public that the matter is being handled professionally and in line with due process.

“Please be assured that this matter is being managed with the utmost diligence, professionalism, and respect for due process,” Akinbo wrote. He further appealed to people to avoid spreading rumours while the authorities complete their work.

“We kindly urge the public to exercise patience as we await the outcome of the ongoing investigation by the Nigeria Police Force, specifically the Gender and Rape Allied Matters Unit, Zone 2 Area Command, Abeokuta, Ogun State,” he added.

Akinbo also praised the police for their handling of the case, stating: “We acknowledge and commend the efforts of the Nigeria Police Force in conducting a thorough and orderly investigation. Further updates will be provided as appropriate upon the conclusion of the investigative process. Thank you for your understanding.”

In his posts, Akinbo tagged Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer Oluseyi Babaseyi and social media commentator VeryDarkMan, reflecting his connection with those involved in the case. The TikToker reportedly admitted to VeryDarkMan that parts of her initial account were inaccurate.

The case has drawn intense attention across social media. In an interview with News Central Television, Babaseyi clarified Mirabel’s interaction with police officers. According to her, Mirabel voluntarily went to the Ibafo Police Division but initially struggled to provide a coherent account, prompting immediate medical care.

“The DPO tried to debrief her to gather facts, but she wasn’t coherent at that time, so she was promptly taken to a state hospital for attention,” Babaseyi explained. She emphasized that the police acted in good faith following Mirabel’s viral TikTok posts alleging sexual assault.

Babaseyi added: “The DPO acted professionally to ensure she received medical attention. She was admitted into the ICU. At no point was she arrested, and her welfare has remained our priority.”

Mirabel has since been discharged and continues to cooperate with the police as the investigation progresses. The alleged incident, initially linked to Lagos State, was later confirmed to have occurred in Ogijo, Ogun State, placing it under the Ogun State Police Command’s jurisdiction.

The controversy began when Mirabel, known online as @mirab351, shared a distressing video alleging sexual assault in her apartment, sparking widespread public concern and calls for justice. The police have reiterated that she voluntarily reported the matter and that all procedures are being followed while investigations continue.