Entertainment of 2026-09-02

Burna Boy visits popular dancer Poco Lee in UK prison

Nigerian music star Burna Boy has warmed hearts on social media after paying a visit to dancer and entertainer Poco Lee, who is currently being held on remand in a UK prison. Photos circulating online show Burna Boy posing with Poco Lee inside the correctional facility alongside some prison officials. The images have since gone viral, with many social media users applauding the Grammy-winning musician for standing by his friend during a difficult period. Several netizens described the visit as a show of genuine friendship and loyalty, with many praising Burna Boy for offering support despite the circumstances surrounding Poco Lee’s incarceration. Poco Lee, whose real name is Iweh Pascal Odinaka, was recently remanded in custody in the United Kingdom and is expected to appear before the Snaresbrook Crown Court later this month for a plea and trial hearing. The dancer is facing five formal charges for alleged sexual offences. While confirming that legal proceedings are ongoing, the management urged the public to avoid speculation and allow the judicial process to take its course. Burna Boy has since not publicly commented on the visit, but the viral photos continue to generate conversation online, with many fans hailing the singer for supporting his longtime associate during the ongoing legal battle.

Burnaboy visit pocoleee in prison Bro got real homie 😭❣ pic.twitter.com/j1WGM2MFLK

β€” AJ.β˜†β˜„ (@AJSMILE911) September 1, 2026 PAT/EB