The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has confirmed the arrest of controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, at the Seme Border. The arrest occurred as Bobrisky allegedly attempted to flee Nigeria, raising public curiosity and stirring further speculation about his recent activities.
In an official statement released on Monday night, the NIS spokesperson, DCI KT Udo, explained that Bobrisky was apprehended as a person of interest following issues of recent public concern. Udo mentioned that Bobrisky is currently undergoing interrogation and will be handed over to the relevant authorities for further investigation. The NIS assured the public that it remains committed to handling its border control duties in a civil and professional manner.
Bobrisky’s legal troubles have been widely discussed in recent months. The social media celebrity found himself at the center of attention after a viral video by blogger Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, accused the crossdresser of bribing officers of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with ₦15 million to drop money laundering charges. This accusation followed Bobrisky’s infamous “naira spraying” incident in April, which led to legal action.
In response to the incident, Bobrisky was sentenced to six months imprisonment, but the case became more controversial when allegations surfaced that he had paid additional money to secure preferential treatment in prison, including access to a more comfortable cell. Bobrisky has since denied all claims, while both the EFCC and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) have launched investigations to determine the veracity of the blogger’s accusations.
The House of Representatives has also taken an interest in the case, inviting key players for a probe and suspending several senior officers of the NCoS as the investigation unfolded. In light of these developments, on September 30, 2024, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, established a special committee to investigate allegations of misconduct within the NCoS regarding Bobrisky’s prison treatment. The panel submitted its report on Monday, confirming that Bobrisky did serve his six-month sentence but had received special privileges during his imprisonment, including access to a television and a refrigerator.
This ongoing case has garnered significant attention, not just because of Bobrisky’s celebrity status, but also due to the broader implications regarding the transparency and fairness of Nigeria’s criminal justice system.
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