The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, over allegations of currency mutilation and misuse of naira notes.
According to Dele Oyewale, the EFCC spokesperson, Bobrisky was apprehended in Lagos on Wednesday night and is currently held at the EFCC office in Lagos pending court proceedings.
Bobrisky has often been in the spotlight for various controversial activities, including receiving the “Best Dressed Female” Award at a movie premiere on March 25, 2024, which sparked criticism from many quarters.
JUST IN: EFCC arrests Bobrisky over mutilation and abuse of Nigerian Naira.
She spent last night in their cell. pic.twitter.com/3qNRj7tcxv
— Blinkscoop Official (@Blinkscoop1) April 4, 2024
In response to the social outcry, Force Spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi, clarified that there is no specific law in Nigeria criminalizing cross-dressing.
Adejobi emphasized that while cross-dressing itself isn’t illegal, suspicions arise regarding other activities some cross-dressers may be involved in, which could potentially violate Nigerian laws. He stressed the importance of substantial evidence before prosecuting individuals, highlighting that such offenses are recognized and punishable under Nigerian laws.
