Nigerian singer 1Da Banton has taken to social media to publicly accuse popular photographer and creative director, Adasa Cookey, of allegedly withholding large sums of money belonging to him. The allegation surfaced during an emotional Instagram live session that has since gone viral across multiple platforms.
In the live video, 1Da Banton openly called out Adasa Cookey, describing him as a “thief” and demanding the immediate return of his money. According to the singer, the disputed amount runs into hundreds of thousands of dollars.
“Adasa Na thief… all my money wey you don thief, $300,000, $500,000; today na im you go bring am out,” the visibly angry artiste said during the livestream, as shocked viewers watched in real time.
The outburst has sparked widespread reactions online, with fans, industry insiders, and fellow creatives expressing surprise over the development. While some users called for calm and due process, others demanded clarity and accountability from both parties involved.
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What has further fueled public interest is the fact that both 1Da Banton and Adasa Cookey are from Rivers State, giving the controversy a strong local angle, especially within Port Harcourt’s creative and entertainment community. The situation has once again raised conversations about trust, financial transparency, and the handling of business relationships within Nigeria’s entertainment and creative industry.
As of the time of filing this report, Adasa Cookey has not issued an official public response to the allegations. No legal action has also been officially confirmed by either side, although many believe the matter may soon move beyond social media into the courts.
