Angela Okorie Arrested Over Cyberbullying Allegations

Angela Okorie arrested by Nigeria Police Cybercrime Centre over cyberbullying complaint filed by Mercy Johnson; legal proceedings underway in Abuja

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force Cybercrime Centre in Abuja have reportedly arrested Nollywood actress Angela Okorie in connection with an alleged cyberbullying case involving fellow actress Mercy Johnson.

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The arrest occurred on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, at Okorie’s Lagos residence.

She was detained overnight at the Yaba, Panti Police Station before being flown to Abuja early on Wednesday to face further investigation and legal proceedings.

Journalist and founder of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, Seun Oloketuyi, disclosed the development via his Instagram page, stating that Okorie was placed on a 6 a.m. flight to Abuja in response to a cybercrime complaint reportedly filed by Mercy Johnson.

The matter is currently under the jurisdiction of the Nigeria Police Force Cybercrime Centre and is expected to proceed to court in Abuja.

This incident follows a recent declaration by Mercy Johnson, in which she vowed to take a firmer stance against persistent online harassment targeting her and her family in 2026.

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As of this report, neither Angela Okorie nor Mercy Johnson has issued official statements, and the police have yet to provide a formal briefing on the case.