- South African adult content creator Leshaan Da Gama’s Instagram page has reportedly disappeared, fueling speculation after she allegedly threatened to leak a private video.
- The page, under the handle @shaandg47, is no longer accessible, displaying a ‘Profile isn’t available’ message.
- This development follows a viral Instagram Story post where Da Gama reportedly threatened to release a tape involving a prominent figure.
- The controversy has generated significant buzz across South African social media platforms since February 7, 2026.
Legit.ng reported on February 7, 2026, that the disappearance of Da Gama’s page comes days after she reacted to a widely circulated clip allegedly showing a Nigerian Senator massaging her feet on a private jet. She had previously posted on Instagram Stories, stating, ‘Your senator is the problem, go be mad at him, not me.’
The alleged threat to release a private video intensified public scrutiny, drawing reactions from many, including a Nigerian human rights lawyer who dismissed the threat as ‘nonsense.’ The senator involved has, through his media aide, denied the video’s authenticity, claiming it was AI-generated.
This viral incident underscores the rapid nature of social media scandals involving public figures and content creators in the region, with online narratives evolving quickly and impacting digital presence.
Timeline
- 07:10 AM UTC: Screenshots of the ‘Profile isn’t available’ message from Da Gama’s Instagram page begin circulating widely on X (formerly Twitter) in SA.
- 07:35 AM UTC: Entertainment news sites in South Africa pick up on the disappearing page, linking it to the previous viral threats.
- 07:50 AM UTC: Social media users debate whether the page was deactivated by Da Gama or removed by Instagram.
Key Players
- Leshaan Da Gama: South African adult content creator.
- Senator Adams Oshiomhole: Nigerian Senator allegedly linked to the viral video.
- South African Social Media Users: Driving viral discussion.
