Popular cross-dresser, Idris Olanrewaju Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, faced conviction by Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court, Lagos, after pleading guilty to abusing the naira.
Bobrisky, before his conviction, expressed ignorance of the law regarding naira abuse, but the judge emphasized that ignorance wasn't a defense. Bobrisky, with over five million social media followers, pleaded for a second chance to educate his audience about the consequences of spraying money. The judge deferred sentencing until April 9, remanding Bobrisky in EFCC custody.
The conviction under Section 21(1) of the CBN Act 2007 could lead to six months in prison, a fine of N50,000, or both. Bobrisky pleaded guilty to the first four counts of naira abuse, with the EFCC dropping money laundering charges. The cross-dresser arrived at court on Friday escorted by EFCC officials, following his Wednesday arrest on charges of naira abuse and money laundering.
