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Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by Highnesscfr2030(m): 9:50am On Aug 05
Flash: Bobrisky Released from Prison After Serving Six-Month Sentence

In a development that has sparked mixed reactions, popular cross-dresser and social media influencer, Bobrisky, has been released from prison. According to sources, Bobrisky was released from custody today, August 5, 2024, after serving a six-month sentence for abusing the naira by spraying it at parties.

Bobrisky's journey to prison began on April 5, 2024, when he was convicted on four counts of naira abuse preferred against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The charges included tampering with the sum of N400,000, N50,000, and N20,000 by spraying the same at various social events.

The EFCC had argued that Bobrisky's actions were in contravention of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act, which prohibits the abuse of the naira. Despite his plea for leniency, the court sentenced Bobrisky to six months in prison, sparking widespread debate on social media.

During his time in prison, Bobrisky's lawyer, Ayo Olumofin, had expressed concerns about his client's well-being, citing the harsh conditions in Nigerian prisons. However, an impeccable prison source confirmed that Bobrisky was treated fairly and had access to basic amenities while in custody.

Olumofin also confirmed Bobrisky's release, stating that there would be no special ceremony to mark the occasion. "He might not even be present due to other engagements," the lawyer added.

Bobrisky's release from prison has generated mixed reactions, with some Nigerians expressing relief that the controversial cross-dresser is finally free. Others, however, have expressed disappointment, arguing that Bobrisky's actions were a slap in the face to the country's economic woes.

As Bobrisky regains his freedom, it remains to be seen how he will navigate the complexities of his newfound liberty. Will he continue to court controversy, or will he tone down his antics? Only time will tell.

For now, Bobrisky's fans and detractors alike will be watching with bated breath as the drama unfolds.

Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by shuttox: 9:52am On Aug 05
Let him go bbnaija
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by REDshouse(m): 9:53am On Aug 05
Go and sin no more
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by thesicilian: 9:53am On Aug 05

As Bobrisky regains his freedom, it remains to be seen how he will navigate the complexities of his newfound liberty. Will he continue to court controversy, or will he tone down his antics? Only time will tell.
Lol
All these writers with their highfalutin grammar. Someone who went to jail just 4 months ago, they're talking as if he's been in there since before the advent of technology and if he'll be able to adapt anymore

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Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by okomile(f): 9:55am On Aug 05
Welcome back to the reality of who u are - MAN grin
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by Gregorystarrrr(f): 9:56am On Aug 05
This one still dey?
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by ImpeccableDust: 10:01am On Aug 05
No one is above the law.
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by thesicilian: 10:03am On Aug 05
ImpeccableDust:
No one is above the law.
There are many people who are above the law in every goddamn country in the world.

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Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by ImpeccableDust: 10:04am On Aug 05
thesicilian:

There are many people who are above the law in every goddamn country in the world.
not in the US
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by Kalashnikov49: 10:06am On Aug 05
Yoruba man that is more 'beautiful' than all Yoruba women.

Yarimo I lie? grin

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Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by Ttipsy(f): 10:08am On Aug 05
I am happy for her
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by Softmirror: 10:08am On Aug 05
Kalashnikov49:
Yoruba man that is more 'beautiful' than all Yoruba women.

Yarimo I lie? grin

You no lie at all! Lol πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚

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Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by Emirate77: 10:08am On Aug 05
Good
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by Jangbajantis: 10:12am On Aug 05
The 6 months don reach already?
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by Dreal1247: 10:13am On Aug 05
Let's see the prison pictures to confirm. The original man must have come back to the himself as the prison must have sent the she out of him.
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by thesicilian: 10:19am On Aug 05
ImpeccableDust:
not in the US
Ok
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by muyico(m): 10:23am On Aug 05
tonto dikeh she coming in
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by 123readygo: 10:27am On Aug 05
Hmmmmmmm.
This β€˜man’s’ lawyer should debarred for sending him to prison without any shred of tangible evidence
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by 123readygo: 10:28am On Aug 05
[quote author=Jangbajantis post=131338685]The 6 months don reach already?[/quote

One day in prison is 18 hours not 24 hours.
Do the maths
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by clockwisereport: 10:29am On Aug 05
Go and sin ON more
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by SeeWahala: 10:30am On Aug 05
For real? shocked
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by DevilsEqual(m): 10:47am On Aug 05
ImpeccableDust:
not in the US

How old are your, bro?

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Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by mu2sa2: 11:40am On Aug 05
How time flies!
Re: Flash: Bobrisky Released From Prison After Serving Six-month Sentence by Mynd44: 2:09pm On Aug 05

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