Bobrisky Breaks Out of Twitter Jail, Not Actual Jail.

Bobrisky, the Nigerian social media personality and transgender woman, has been released from jail after serving a six-month sentence for naira abuse. This news comes as a relief to many of her fans and followers who have been eagerly awaiting her release.

Bobrisky, whose real name is Idris Okuneye, was sentenced in April 2024 for spraying money at a film premiere in Lagos, a practice that is considered an offence in Nigeria as it involves throwing banknotes into the air, which can then fall to the ground and be trampled on.

The incident, which took place at the premiere of the film “Ajakaju” by actress and producer Eniola Ajao, was widely shared on social media, leading to Bobrisky’s arrest and subsequent sentencing.

During her trial, Bobrisky pleaded guilty to the charges and expressed regret for her actions. She asked for a second chance, stating that she was unaware of the law and that she could use her platform to educate her followers about the proper handling of the naira.

The court, however, sentenced her to six months in jail without the option of a fine, the maximum penalty for the offence. The sentence was seen by many as a rare conviction and was criticized by some as an example of selective enforcement of the law.

Bobrisky’s release comes as a significant event in Nigeria, where the LGBTQ+ community is often targeted under a law banning same-sex relations. Her case highlights the challenges faced by members of this community in the deeply conservative country.

As Bobrisky returns to her life and her social media presence, her fans and followers are eager to see what she will do next. Many are hopeful that she will use her platform to educate her followers about the proper handling of the naira and other issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community in Nigeria.