Nigerian social media celebrity Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has been released from the Kirikiri Correctional Center after serving over four months in prison.
The controversial crossdresser was seen departing from the facility on Monday morning, August 5, 2024.
Bobrisky’s release was confirmed through a video posted by his friend, Abiodun Folashade Tokunbo, on Instagram.
Her post, captioned “Finally, O.U.TTTTT… BOBRISKYYYY fine die,” was met with a comment from Bobrisky himself, saying, “I love you.”
In the footage, Bobrisky, dressed in a female wig and red lipstick, danced to music playing in the background, a spectacle characteristic of his vibrant online persona.
The crossreader who spoke in the video said, “I am awesome. (The experience) was not really okay.
“You have to follow the rules. Abide by the law. Don’t spray money o. Stop spraying money. Otherwise, you’ll become landlord in Kirikiri.”
Bobrisky’s imprisonment began on April 12, 2024, following a sentencing by Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Lagos High Court.
The court found Bobrisky guilty of abusing the naira, which led to a six-month prison term without the option of a fine.
The judge’s ruling specified that the sentence began on March 24, the day of Bobrisky’s arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The case of Bobrisky has been a subject of considerable public interest and controversy.
Known for their provocative social media presence and for defying traditional gender norms, Bobrisky has been a polarizing figure in Nigeria.
Bobrisky first gained fame through social media, where he built a following with his controversial and flamboyant persona.
Known for his cross-dressing and outspoken nature, Bobrisky became a well-known figure in Nigeria’s entertainment and social media scenes.
In April 2024, Bobrisky was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The arrest stemmed from allegations that he had been involved in the mutilation of naira notes while spraying at a party.
On April 12, 2024, Justice Abimbola Awogboro sentenced Bobrisky to six months in prison without the option of a fine.
The sentence was set to commence from March 24, the date of his arrest.
Bobrisky’s imprisonment sparked significant public debate.
