Appearing on the JayOnairLive show, Foza disclosed the shocking figure, reports indicate, while blasting the coordinated online attacks. She specifically questioned the motivations behind targeting Simi during sensitive periods, such as her pregnancy.

“We went through over 5,000 tweets of sustained harassment. And the intention was to ensure that Simi becomes a shadow of herself,” Foza asserted during the interview.

The attorney underscored that this behavior goes far beyond typical online criticism or even isolated defamation.

“Defamation is, I come out and say, hey, Jay did X and X and X… Harassment is a sustained period of conversation,” she clarified. Foza argued that coordinated attacks over time, especially those involving threats to personal safety, move beyond simple defamation and constitute criminal harassment.

Foza emphasized the gravity of the situation for public figures, explaining the concrete repercussions these campaigns have in the real world.

“But people need to understand that these are not just mere statements. They have real-life implications, especially for celebrities. When things like this break out, the first thing is all the brands you’re working with start calling you. You start having to explain yourself,” she stated.

Expressing deep concern over the prevalence of cyberbullying within Nigeria’s entertainment industry, particularly on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Foza argued that anonymity and monetization on social media are amplifying harmful behavior. She maintained that such sustained campaigns are a threat, potentially leading to physical danger.

To manage these disruptions, the party has designated May 28 as a day for arrivals, documentation with INEC and security agencies, and essential consultative meetings with party stakeholders and elders. The NDC explicitly warned that any activities conducted by state agencies like the Police, INEC, or the DSS on May 28 fall outside authorized guidelines and are considered illegal.

The actual primary voting and affirmation processes are set for May 29, covering the following categories:

• Presidential affirmation.

• National Assembly primaries and affirmations.

• State Assembly primaries and affirmations.

• Governorship primaries and affirmations.

The NDC stressed that all results must be collated by the respective teams and forwarded directly to the National Headquarters, as only the National Working Committee is authorized to announce the final outcomes. Party leadership further urged all participants to maintain order, reiterating a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding violence and disorderly behavior.