Controversial lifestyle influencer Bobrisky, also known as Idris Okuneye, has been apprehended at the Seme border while reportedly attempting to flee Nigeria to the Benin Republic.
This incident, which has garnered significant media attention, was initially revealed by social media critic Verydarkman, who claimed that Nigerian immigration officers intercepted Bobrisky early today.
The arrest is linked to an ongoing investigation by the House of Representatives, where Bobrisky was summoned to answer questions related to leaked audio recordings. In these recordings, he allegedly admitted to bribing officials to avoid imprisonment, with the assistance of a powerful godfather. The audio also raises concerns about Bobrisky’s involvement in a money laundering case that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) purportedly dropped.
In a post on Instagram, Verydarkman stated, “Bobrisky has been arrested this morning at the Seme border while trying to enter Benin Republic to escape the current investigation by the House of Reps. He is allegedly being held by Nigerian immigration… Let’s wait for Bob to debunk this. Cho Cho Cho.”
Bobrisky has previously declined to attend the House of Representatives panel, further intensifying public speculation regarding his alleged involvement in the ongoing investigation.
However, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) officially confirmed the apprehension of Bobrisky in a press release shared on their official X handle. The statement read:
PRESS RELEASE
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE INTERCEPTS IDRIS OKUNEYE (BOBRISKY) AT SEME BORDER WHILST ATTEMPTING TO FLEE THE COUNTRY
“In keeping with its commitment to securing the borders, Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) intercepted Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, otherwise known as Bobrisky, at the Seme Border over an attempt to exit the country.
The Service wishes to inform the public that Okuneye Idris is a person of interest over recent issues of public concern. He is undergoing interrogation and will be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further action.
The Service assures the public that it will continue to be civil and professional in its statutory responsibility of manning the country’s borders.”
e-SIGNED
DCI KT Udo
Service Public Relations Officer
Service Headquarters, Abuja
21st October 2024
PRESS RELEASE:
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE INTERCEPTS IDRIS OKUNEYE (BOBRISKY) AT SEME BORDER WHILST ATTEMPTING TO FLEE THE COUNTRY pic.twitter.com/lR7n9QxvPl
— Nigeria Immigration Service (@nigimmigration) October 21, 2024
As of now, Bobrisky has yet to respond to these allegations or provide clarification on his current situation, leaving fans and followers eager for updates on this unfolding story.
