Crime
Sean “Diddy” Combs Hit With Fresh Allegations As Lawyers Seek Gag Order
Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing a fresh wave of legal challenges, as seven new sexual abuse lawsuits have been filed against him, further complicating his already substantial legal troubles.
The civil lawsuits, made public on Sunday and Monday, were filed by four men and three women, accusing the music mogul of sexual misconduct in incidents that occurred in New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas.
While some allegations date back to 2000, the majority center around incidents in 2022, according to the plaintiffs’ lawyer, Tony Buzbee, who announced the new claims on Facebook.
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Several lawsuits allege that unidentified celebrities also participated in the assaults on Combs’ accusers.
Combs, 54, now faces at least two dozen civil lawsuits accusing him of sexual misconduct, with 13 of those cases being handled by Buzbee’s firm.
However, Combs has denied all wrongdoing.
The founder of Bad Boy Records is also facing a criminal trial, having pleaded not guilty to charges of sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation for prostitution.
He has been in detention for five weeks at a Brooklyn jail, which is notorious for its poor conditions, after being denied bail twice.
His legal team is appealing the decision.
The latest lawsuits add to a growing list of accusations against Combs, with prosecutors alleging that he coerced victims into participating in sex acts, bribed and intimidated them to keep quiet, and employed his staff to conceal the misconduct.
The seven plaintiffs in the new cases have used the pseudonyms John Doe or Jane Doe, and five of the lawsuits were filed in federal court, while two were filed in New York state court, all in Manhattan.
One of the more shocking allegations comes from a plaintiff who says she was 13 years old when Combs allegedly drugged and assaulted her at an afterparty for the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards in New York.
The lawsuit claims that Combs and an unidentified male celebrity raped her while a female celebrity watched, after Combs reportedly declared, “You are ready to party.”
Another accuser, a 17-year-old aspiring artist, alleges that Combs assaulted him at a 2022 party in a Manhattan hotel penthouse.
According to the lawsuit, Combs promised the young man he could “make him a star” before drugging him, grabbing his genitals, and assaulting him in a room where others were engaged in group sex.
In response to these lawsuits, Combs’ legal team pointed to an earlier statement addressing Buzbee’s previous claims.
“Mr. Combs and his legal team have full confidence in the facts, their legal defenses, and the integrity of the judicial process,” the lawyers stated.
“In court, the truth will prevail: Mr. Combs has never sexually assaulted anyone—adult or minor, man or woman.”
Buzbee’s firm, which claims to represent over 150 of Combs’ accusers, is moving ahead with the cases.
Combs’ legal team, led by attorney Marc Agnifilo, has requested a gag order to prevent potential government witnesses and their lawyers from making public statements that could interfere with the fairness of Combs’ trial.
Agnifilo has objected to what he describes as efforts to “assassinate Mr. Combs’ character in the press,” including false allegations of child sexual abuse.
Agnifilo has also asked the judge to determine whether prosecutors authorized the public statements from the accusers and their lawyers and requested that these statements be removed from online platforms.
U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian, who is overseeing the criminal case, has ordered prosecutors to respond to the gag order request by October 30.
The five new federal civil lawsuits have been assigned to different judges, two of whom have asked the plaintiffs to justify why they should remain anonymous.
As Combs prepares for his criminal trial, scheduled for May 5, 2025, the accumulation of civil and criminal cases continues to cast a long shadow over his career and reputation.
The trial, which involves three felony charges, adds significant weight to the growing list of allegations against the music mogul, who once stood as an iconic figure in the entertainment industry.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the alleged terrorism financing and illegal firearms possession case involving former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, until April 15 and 16.
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik granted the adjournment on Tuesday after the prosecution requested more time to prepare for the trial.
During the court session, lead prosecuting counsel, Akinlolu Kehinde (SAN), informed the court that he had only recently been assigned to handle the case and needed additional time to consult with witnesses.
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“I got the instruction to take over the prosecution of the case on Monday and so I need time to interface with the witnesses,” Kehinde told the court while asking for a new hearing date.
Counsel for the defendants, Shuaibu Arua (SAN), did not oppose the request for adjournment.
Following the application, Justice Abdulmalik granted the request and fixed April 15 and 16 for the continuation of the trial.
The Department of State Services (DSS) had earlier arraigned the former justice minister and his son on a five-count charge bordering on alleged terrorism financing and unlawful possession of firearms.
According to the charge marked FHC/ABJ/CR/63/2026, Malami was accused of allegedly aiding terrorism financing by failing to prosecute suspected financiers whose case files were reportedly forwarded to him while he served as Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice.
The defendants were also accused of illegally storing firearms and ammunition at their residence located in Gesse Phase II Area of Birnin Kebbi Local Government Area of Kebbi State without lawful authority.
Items allegedly recovered include a Sturm Magnum 17-0101 firearm, 16 Redstar AAA 5’20 live cartridges, and 27 expended Redstar AAA 5’20 cartridges.
The alleged offences are said to violate provisions of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, as well as the Firearms Act, 2004.
The trial is expected to continue in April when the court begins full hearing of the case.
A routine patrol by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has led to the recovery of a stolen vehicle in Lagos and the exposure of a wanted driver, highlighting the importance of proper vehicle documentation and cooperation with authorities.
The incident occurred at the RS2.1114 Isolo Unit Command, where officers stopped an ash-coloured Toyota Sienna bearing registration number LSD438GK for a Vehicle Licence Violation (VLV) on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at about 5:11 p.m.
While the driver initially failed to present valid documents, further checks revealed the vehicle had been reported stolen and the driver was already declared wanted.
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The suspect was subsequently handed over in handcuffs to the Nigeria Police Force, Ajao Division, for further action.
The FRSC credited the recovery to the National Vehicle Identification Scheme (NVIS), a digital framework that strengthens vehicle verification and tracking.
The scheme has reportedly helped identify, trace, and recover numerous stolen vehicles nationwide, while curbing criminal syndicates involved in vehicle theft and identity manipulation.
In a statement, Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide stressed that enforcement is not only about traffic compliance but also crime prevention and public safety, urging motorists to always carry valid documentation and cooperate with patrol officers.
Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed commended the Isolo team for their vigilance, affirming the FRSC’s commitment to leveraging technology, intelligence, and strategic partnerships to protect lives and property on Nigerian roads.
A major election scandal unfolded on Saturday in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as security agents apprehended a young woman in the Kabusa area for allegedly possessing 20 voter cards during the ongoing area council elections.
The woman, dressed in a black shirt and red trousers with a white scarf, was intercepted at Polling Unit 001 in Kabusa Primary School.
She was immediately escorted into a police van by security personnel, raising concerns about the integrity of the election process.
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Meanwhile, the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, was on the ground monitoring the elections.
He visited several polling units, including the Karu Chief’s Palace, to interact with adhoc staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and assess voter turnout.
Wike reportedly inquired about the progress of the voting and the challenges faced by election officials.
This incident comes amid reports of low voter turnout and other electoral irregularities in parts of Abuja, underscoring ongoing concerns about electoral security and transparency in the FCT area council elections.
Authorities have assured that investigations are ongoing, and the suspect may face legal action pending further verification of her actions.
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