A dramatic scene played out at the Federal High Court in Lagos on Thursday when gospel record executive Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, popularly known as Eezee Tee, allegedly bolted from the courthouse after his case with singer Mercy Chinwo was adjourned.
The much-anticipated arraignment, which had drawn significant media attention, was postponed to May 14 by Justice Alexander Owoeye due to ongoing administrative formalities. As Eezee Tee stepped out of the courtroom, a swarm of journalists and media personnel were already stationed outside, cameras at the ready.
But instead of stopping to address them, the music executive reportedly took off running—leaving reporters scrambling to catch up. A photo of his apparent escape quickly went viral, sparking a flood of reactions online.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has accused Eezee Tee of:
- Money laundering involving $340,000.
- Misappropriating Mercy Chinwo’s digital earnings and event revenues.
- Unilaterally altering their 2017 contract without her consent—an accusation he has vehemently denied, calling it “lies from the pit of hell.”
During the hearing, both the prosecution (Bilikisu Buhari) and the defense (Chikaosolu Ojukwu) confirmed their readiness to proceed. However, the judge cited administrative delays as the reason for pushing the case forward.
Following the courtroom spectacle, social media exploded with mixed reactions. Some users mocked Eezee Tee’s unexpected sprint, dubbing him the “fastest man alive,” while others questioned the credibility of the accusations against him.
