Popular UK-based Twitter influencer, Dr. Olufunmilayo Ogunsanya, has been declared innocent of rape allegations made against him by his former girlfriend, Dr. Bolanle Aseyan.
The UK’s Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service cleared him of all charges, vindicating him from the serious accusations.
The news was shared by Olufunmilayo’s lawyer in Nigeria, Inibehe Effiong, who posted screenshots of the tribunal’s judgment on Twitter. The investigation, conducted by the UK Police, revealed that the allegations were baseless and lacked evidence.
Inibehe Effiong expressed his satisfaction with the outcome of the case, celebrating the victory for all victims of false accusations of sexual misconduct.
He further revealed that Dr. Bolanle Aseyan, the accuser, is facing civil and criminal lawsuits in Nigeria for her actions.
Dr. Bolanle Aseyan, the accuser
The statement partly read, “Today, July 19, 2023, the tribunal has announced their decision and determined that all the allegations made against Dr Funmi have not been proved. “The Tribunal ruled that Dr. Funmi’s fitness to practice has not been impaired.
“It is important to state that the standard of proof at the tribunal, which resulted in their findings was based on a balance of probability; and not proved beyond reasonable doubt. This is very significant because it shows that the allegation had no iota of merit or credibility.
“This latest vindication of Funmi is a victory for all victims of false accusations of sexual misconduct.
“As one of the lawyers to Funmi in Nigeria, I’m excited by the outcome of the case at the Medical Tribunal.
“The false accuser, Dr. Bolanle Aseyan, is currently facing both civil and criminal lawsuits in Nigeria for her actions.”
The controversy began in October 2020 when Dr. Bolanle Aseyan, who resides in the UK, took to Twitter using the handle #bola_aseyan to accuse Olufunmilayo of sexual abuse. She claimed he had deceived people about his true nature online and alleged that she had evidence to support her claims.
Tweet shared by Bola Aseyan accusing Dr Olufunmilayo of Rape
However, Olufunmilayo vehemently denied the allegations, bringing the matter before the UK Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service. After a three-year trial, the panel declared him innocent, clearing his name of wrongdoing.
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