Following investigations and crackdowns on Nigerian celebrities accused of misusing the Naira currency, singer Portable is appealing for forgiveness.
He is urging the anti-graft agency Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to show leniency towards him if they possess videos of him spraying the currency.
During a live session on Instagram on Wednesday, the ‘Zazzu zeh’ singer vowed not to repeat his errors.
He said: “I help a lot of people; after God is Government, Please forgive me if you have videos of me spraying money; no more spraying of money.”
During his live video, Portable appealed to the EFCC and displayed his generosity by offering transfers to his fans and individuals in need, encouraging them to open bank accounts.
“I use my money to build love. I used my money to build relationships. Did I spray money at the club? I was spraying money in the area where they need me,” he said.
“I didn’t deface the naira; I helped many people, after God na Government; please forgive me if you have videos of me spraying money, no more spraying of money.”
”If it’s about money, open bank accounts, and let’s make transfers.”
Portable’s appeal video went viral shortly after the IG celebrity, Cubana Chief Priest, was arraigned for violating the Central Bank Act of 2007.
Cubana Chief Priest faces a three-count charge for allegedly abusing the Naira.
His arraignment comes shortly after the EFCC announced its intention to prosecute numerous celebrities for naira abuse.
The commission announced its commitment to holding accountable anyone found guilty of violating the laws related to this offence: “It will not relent in its no-sacred-cow mode of operations, and the public should be wary of running afoul of laws against the crime.”
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This statement was issued in a press release on Sunday, following the recent conviction of renowned crossdresser Bobrisky, who was sentenced to six months imprisonment without the option of a fine by the Federal High Court in Lagos for naira mutilation.
Judge Abimbola Awogboro delivered the verdict after the controversial crossdresser pleaded guilty.
In his ruling, Mr. Awogboro emphasized that Bobrisky’s punishment would serve as a deterrent to discourage others from engaging in naira abuse.