False R+pe Allegation at OAU Sparks Debate “₦15M Is Too Small,” Says TVC Presenter
A growing controversy around an Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) student, David, has ignited fresh conversations about justice, accountability, and the consequences of false accusations.
The student, who was previously accused of r+pe by a female colleague an allegation later withdrawn has filed a ₦15 million lawsuit. But for Riyah Abdul, that figure doesn’t go far enough.
“₦15 Million Isn’t Enough”
Reputation at Stake
Riyah Abdul stressed that false accusations, especially involving serious crimes, can permanently destroy a person’s image. She pointed out that if the accusation had not been publicly withdrawn, David might still be carrying the stigma.
To her, a simple apology is far from enough.
“This is not something to forgive. You come out, you tarnish somebody’s image.”
A Call for Accountability
While acknowledging the importance of speaking up in genuine cases, Abdul warned that false claims do more harm than many realize. She noted that they can weaken public trust and undermine real victims of s+x¥al a§§ault.
She also made it clear that her position was based on fairness, not gender bias.
Describing such incidents as “irritating,” she emphasized the emotional and reputational damage men can face when falsely accused.
“Justice Must Be Served”
Riyah Abdul concluded by calling for stricter consequences, insisting that penalties should be severe enough to discourage false accusations in the future.
“These men also need justice. You cannot accuse somebody for something he has not done.”
She maintained that financial compensation in such cases should not be optional but enforced.
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