Ubi Franklin Breaks Silence on Luxury Watch Theft Allegations

Talent manager and music executive Ubi Franklin has addressed circulating rumours linking him to the alleged theft of a luxury wristwatch belonging to popular jeweler Benny the Jeweler.

The controversy began after reports surfaced online claiming that Ubi had stolen a timepiece from the jeweler while in Miami. In a detailed statement released on his social media pages, Ubi Franklin firmly denied the allegations, describing them as “completely false and misleading.” Eyes Of Lagos reports,

According to Ubi, the incident occurred during a recent trip to Miami for a close friend’s wedding. He explained that Benny initially offered to sell him a wristwatch, but after confirming details about its previous ownership, he declined the purchase to avoid any complications.

However, during the wedding church service, Benny reportedly sent his brother to deliver a different wristwatch, which Ubi purchased and paid for in full.

“Given the busy circumstances surrounding the wedding, I was in possession of both wristwatches and wore the one he sent to me through his brother,” Ubi clarified.

He stated that he left Miami immediately after the wedding to make arrangements for his sister’s upcoming funeral. It wasn’t until he was airborne that Benny contacted him about the other watch, which he still had in his possession.

“I want to state clearly: I am not a thief. I have never stolen from anyone in my life. I purchased a wristwatch and paid in full from Benny,” he wrote.

Ubi also noted that Benny himself had debunked the theft allegations earlier in the day, yet the false narrative continued to circulate on social media.

Music superstar Davido also weighed in on the matter, stating that Ubi owed no one an explanation.

With emotions running high and preparations for his sister’s funeral underway, Ubi Franklin maintained that this would be his final word on the issue.