Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, Nigeria, on Friday, convicted controversial cross-dresser, Idris Olarewaju Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky for abusing the Naira.
Bobrisky appeared at the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday in a black outfit with a black scarf to cover face.
The social media influencer was accused of “spraying” bank notes, meaning Bobrisky threw them in the air or sprayed people in a sign of appreciation, at various social events.
“Spraying” is commonly done at Nigerian weddings and other celebrations.
This is technically an offence as the notes then fall to the ground where they can be trodden upon. The maximum punishment is six months in jail, however prosecutions of such behaviour have been rare.
A few weeks ago, Bobrisky sprayed naira banknotes at the premiere of Ajakaju, a keenly awaited film by actress and producer Eniola Ajao, at Film One Circle Mall.
Videos of the “spraying” at this event were circulated widely on social media.
Bobrisky was also charged with doing the same at other events over the past year.
However, two counts of money laundering were dismissed by the court.
Defendant’s counsel, Ayo Olumofin argued that Bobrisky was a first-time offender and should be treated as such.
“We have confidence in the court and justice will be done,” he said.
Bobrisky will remain in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Recall that in February, Nigerian actress, Oluwadarasimi Omoseyin was sentenced to six months in prison for spraying and stepping on new naira notes.