The Snaresbrook Crown Court has officially confirmed that Nigerian socialite and dancer, Iweh Pascal Odinaka, known as Poco Lee, is set to appear before the court on charges of assault. This information was communicated through a correspondence from the court’s Admin Team Lead, James Baker, in response to inquiries made by PUNCH Online regarding allegations of sexual assault against Odinaka. The court has scheduled the plea and trial preparation for September 15, 2026.

Baker provided a formal confirmation, stating, “This case is currently listed at Snaresbrook Crown Court for plea and trial preparation on the 15th September 2026.” However, he did not disclose specific details such as the time or courtroom for the upcoming hearing, noting that such information would only be available the day before.

Reports indicate that Poco Lee is currently in custody in a UK prison. Benjamin Kuti, also known as Oluomo of Derby and the founder of the Nigerian community in the UK, stated he is aware of the situation since he frequently attends court proceedings in support of Nigerians entangled in legal issues. Kuti confirmed, “I can confirm that the reports are true. Poco Lee is currently on remand in a UK prison. His next court date is scheduled for the second week of September, when he is expected to have a plea hearing.” This plea hearing will allow the accused to enter a plea of either guilty or not guilty.

Kuti intends to be present at the court proceedings as part of his community support efforts, further validating the inquiry made to the court about the upcoming hearing for Iweh Pascal Odinaka concerning the assault allegations.