Nigerian dancer and hypeman Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, is expected to return to court in February 2027, following proceedings at the Snaresbrook Crown Court in London on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
The court fixed February 8, 2027, for Poco Lee’s plea hearing, while his trial is scheduled to commence on March 8, 2027. The development was disclosed by former President of Nigerians in the United Kingdom, Benjamin Kuti, popularly known as Oluomo of Derby, who attended the proceedings and urged the public to allow the judicial process to take its course.
The latest court dates come days after Poco Lee was granted bail. The court confirmed on September 14 that he was granted bail on September 11, ahead of his September 15 appearance for a Plea and Trial Preparation Hearing. The Crown Prosecution Service had earlier confirmed that the case remained active and that he was expected to appear before the Snaresbrook Crown Court.
Poco Lee is facing five sexual offence charges in the United Kingdom, comprising two counts of rape, one count of attempted rape and two counts of assault by penetration. The alleged offences reportedly occurred in Tower Hamlets, East London, on July 23, 2026.
He first appeared before Thames Magistrates’ Court on August 18 before the case was transferred to Snaresbrook Crown Court. Poco Lee has denied the allegations and maintained his innocence.
Following his release from detention, the dancer, in a video call shared by social commentator Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, said he remained confident because he knew he had not committed the offences he was accused of. He also thanked Afrobeats singer Burna Boy, Rahman Jago and others for their support during his detention.
Poco Lee travelled to the UK in August to attend the Davido and Friends concert at the Crystal Palace Bowl in London on August 14. His case remains before the UK court, with the plea hearing scheduled for February 8, 2027, and the trial expected to begin on March 8, 2027.
