Controversial figure, Okuneye Idris, also known as Bobrisky, faces potential detention over the Eid-il-Fitri break.

Bobrisky was apprehended on April 3 and subsequently convicted by a Federal High Court in Lagos on April 5, 2024. He pleaded guilty to charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), specifically related to Naira abuse.

The EFCC presented a six-count indictment against Bobrisky, primarily focusing on Naira abuse and alleged money laundering.

During the court proceedings, the EFCC prosecutor requested the dismissal of two of the counts, five and six.

Although Bobrisky admitted guilt to the four counts of Naira abuse, he appealed for leniency. He claimed ignorance of the laws regarding Naira abuse and pledged to educate his social media followers about it.

“I am a social media influencer with over five million followers. I would do a video on my page, and I would educate people about spraying money. I will not repeat it, My Lord. I regret my actions, My Lord. I am a first-time offender,” he said.

Subsequently, Justice Abimbola Awogboro scheduled April 9, 2024, for his sentencing and ordered that he be held in EFCC custody until then.

However, on Sunday, the Federal Government declared Tuesday and Wednesday, April 9 and 10, 2024, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this in a statement by the ministry’s permanent secretary, Aishetu Ndayako.

Checks by our correspondent revealed that April 9 fixed for Bobrisky’s sentencing clashed with the Eid-il-Fitri break, and the sitting may not hold except Justice Awogboro decided to sit today for the sentencing.

The controversial crossdresser will likely spend his holiday in detention.