Nigerian media personality Ifedayo Olarinde, popularly known as Daddy Freeze, has addressed his association with convicted internet fraudster Ramon Abbas, alias Hushpuppi, emphasizing that he cannot condemn him despite his conviction.
Daddy Freeze clarified that he never received any financial benefit from Hushpuppi, stating, “Hushpuppi has never given me money before… never given me anything, not $1 ever!” He further explained that during a period when he faced widespread rejection, Hushpuppi extended friendship towards him. He recounted that during a time when he was widely shunned, Hushpuppi reached out to him, offering companionship.
Addressing criticisms of his past interactions with Hushpuppi, Daddy Freeze maintained that he was unaware of any illicit activities at the time, viewing him merely as a social media influencer. He asserted that he does not support fraud in any form and would not have associated with Hushpuppi had he known about his criminal activities. He emphasized that he does not support fraud in any form and would not have associated with Hushpuppi had he known about his criminal activities.
Daddy Freeze also highlighted that his faith teaches against discrimination, referencing that Christ did not discriminate against anyone, even those perceived as sinners. He emphasized that his faith teaches against discrimination, noting that Christ did not shun individuals, regardless of their past. ​
In summary, Daddy Freeze’s stance stems from his personal experiences and beliefs, leading him to refrain from condemning Hushpuppi despite his fraud conviction.
