Diddy Not Guilty of Racketeering and Sex Trafficking, Verdict Sparks Reactions

Hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has been found guilty of two counts of transportation for prostitution but was acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking charges in a federal trial.

The verdicts were delivered over two days, with the final not guilty decision on racketeering announced Wednesday.

Combs, who appeared in court with family, faces up to 20 years in prison if the judge imposes consecutive sentences, though they may run concurrently.

Defense lawyers are seeking his release pending sentencing, which has not yet been scheduled.

In other news….. The buzz surrounding Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, continues to escalate after his recent appearance on a podcast hosted by media personality Nedu Wazobia (real name Chinedu Ani Emmanuel).

In a widely circulated video, 2Baba publicly apologized to his partner, Natasha Osawaru a lawmaker from Edo State and his children. His apology followed intense criticism over a controversial statement he made during the podcast, where he addressed male sexuality and the challenges of monogamy.

On Wednesday, July 2, 2Baba posted a heartfelt video expressing deep regret for his comments, admitting they were insensitive and caused emotional harm.

However, the singer’s apology has shifted public attention toward Nedu Wazobia. Many Nigerians on social media are now accusing the media host of being the catalyst behind the backlash 2Baba is facing.

It’s worth noting that Nedu recently joined a South African podcast after stepping down from The Honest Bunch, a move prompted by backlash over an interview he conducted with comedian Deeone.

His exit was further clouded by allegations from controversial online figure VeryDarkMan, who accused Nedu of exploiting the platform to solicit sexual favors from female guests.

GistLover has gathered a range of reactions from Nigerians, many of whom believe Nedu’s role in the viral interview contributed to the controversy surrounding 2Baba’s remarks and subsequent apology.