Poco Lee and Seyi Vibez’s “Opera Mini” was removed from Spotify amid unverified rape allegations against Poco Lee, sparking reactions from fans.
Poco Lee and Seyi Vibez’s “Opera Mini” was removed from Spotify on August 24, 2026, amid renewed online attention surrounding unverified rape allegations against Poco Lee.
The June 2026 collaboration had attracted millions of streams before disappearing from the platform, prompting fans to question the reason for the takedown and whether it was connected to the allegations.
The development comes weeks after reports of a UK arrest involving Poco Lee began circulating online, although authorities have yet to publicly confirm the claims.
‘Opera Mini’ Pulled From Spotify
Released on June 4, 2026, “Opera Mini” was promoted as one of the summer’s street-pop releases. Produced by Larry Lanes, the song brought together Poco Lee’s dance-driven style and Seyi Vibez’s Yoruba lyrics and street-focused sound.
The track was made available for pre-save on Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music before gaining attention among listeners in Nigeria and abroad.
On August 24, several users noticed that “Opera Mini” was no longer available on Spotify. Screenshots posted on X showed the song missing from both artists’ profiles, while it was still available on Apple Music and other platforms at the time of reporting.
Spotify had not publicly explained the removal as of August 25.The timing has led to speculation that the takedown could be related to the renewed allegations against Poco Lee. However, Spotify, the artists and their representatives have not confirmed any connection between the allegations and the song’s removal.
Rape Allegations Against Poco Lee Remain Unverified
The controversy gained fresh attention on August 19, 2026, after several Nigerian news outlets reported that Poco Lee, whose real name is Iweh Pascal Odinaka, had reportedly been arrested in the United Kingdom over an alleged rape.
The reports claimed that UK authorities intervened as the dancer and musician was preparing to travel back to Nigeria.
However, no official statement from UK authorities confirming an arrest or criminal charge had been made public as of August 25. Poco Lee and his representatives had also not publicly addressed the reports.
Naija News and YEN.com.gh were among outlets that noted that important details surrounding the claims had not been independently verified, including the identity of the alleged victim.
Separately, Texas-based Nigerian rapper Ms Jorji shared videos in which she alleged that Poco Lee attempted to sexually assault her and her girlfriend about two years ago during a meeting connected to her efforts to enter the music industry.
Ms Jorji said she decided to speak publicly after the reports about the alleged UK arrest began circulating. Her claims have not been independently confirmed by law enforcement.
No Official Confirmation From UK Authorities
The reported UK arrest and Ms Jorji’s allegations remain unconfirmed. As of August 25, there had been no public statement from UK police confirming an arrest or charges, while no publicly available court filing had established the claims. Poco Lee’s management had also not issued a public response.
The absence of official information has made it difficult to establish whether the allegations had any connection to Spotify’s decision.
Streaming platforms can remove individual songs for several reasons, including rights disputes, distributor requests, content-policy concerns or other contractual issues. Without a statement from Spotify, however, the specific reason for the removal remains unclear.
Seyi Vibez’s other releases continued to be available on Spotify, suggesting that the takedown was limited to “Opera Mini” rather than his wider catalogue.
How ‘Opera Mini’ Became a Fan Favourite
“Opera Mini” was announced in early June as a collaboration between the two Nigerian stars. Its title referenced the popular mobile browser that was widely used in Nigeria during the 2000s, giving the release a nostalgic angle that helped generate early interest.
Poco Lee has continued expanding his career from dance into music, including appearances on songs such as “Hey Jago.” Seyi Vibez, who gained wider recognition with “Chance (Na Ham),” brought his familiar street sound and emotional delivery to the collaboration.
The pairing quickly attracted listeners, and by August, “Opera Mini” had accumulated millions of streams and appeared in dance challenges and playlists.
Its disappearance from Spotify therefore caught the attention of fans who had already saved the song to their libraries and shared it across social media.
Fans React to the Spotify Removal
Reactions on X have been divided. Some fans complained about losing access to the song, while others urged people to avoid reaching conclusions about the allegations before there is official evidence. Others argued that streaming platforms should take allegations of sexual misconduct seriously and respond when concerns are raised.
HYPETRIBE posted that “Poco Lee & Seyi Vibez’s ‘Opera Mini’ has now been taken down from Spotify,” helping draw further attention to the development.
Meanwhile, Portable released a song referencing the alleged UK arrest, bringing his previous dispute with Poco Lee back into the conversation. The two entertainers have had a long-running feud dating back to their 2021 collaboration “ZaZoo Zehh.”With no official explanation from Spotify, the removal has continued to fuel questions among listeners about why the song disappeared and whether the decision was connected to the allegations.
Why ‘Opera Mini’ Could Be Missing From One Platform
Music streaming services have previously faced difficult decisions when artists become the subject of serious allegations. Depending on the circumstances, a platform may remove a release, limit its promotion or leave it available while a matter is being investigated.
However, the exact circumstances vary from case to case. In the case of “Opera Mini,” its continued availability on Apple Music while it is absent from Spotify suggests that the removal may be limited to Spotify or linked to a decision by a distributor or rights holder. There is currently no public evidence establishing which explanation applies.
For Seyi Vibez, the apparent impact remains limited to the collaboration. His other releases continue to be available across streaming services.
What Could Happen Next
Several developments could provide more clarity in the coming days:
From authorities: UK police could confirm or deny reports of an arrest or disclose whether charges have been filed.
From Poco Lee: The artist or his representatives could respond to the UK reports and Ms Jorji’s allegations.
From Spotify: The platform could explain why “Opera Mini” was removed or restore the track if the issue is resolved.
From the label or distributor: Those responsible for the release could clarify whether the song will remain available on other streaming services.
For now, “Opera Mini” remains available on some platforms but is absent from Spotify, while the allegations surrounding Poco Lee remain unverified.
The Questions Around the Spotify Takedown
The situation has raised questions about how streaming platforms should respond when artists face serious allegations that have not been tested in court.
Fans are calling for accountability, while others are stressing the importance of due process and waiting for verified information.
For streaming companies, such situations can create difficult decisions about platform policies, artists and public reaction.
For Poco Lee, the controversy has brought significant attention to his career and public image. For Seyi Vibez, the episode also shows how a collaboration can become caught up in issues involving another artist.
For now, the reason “Opera Mini” was removed from Spotify remains unknown. Whether the song returns will depend on what Spotify, the artists, their representatives or relevant authorities say next.
