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‘Money na water’, says Cubana Chief Priest after Naira abuse trial
Businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has broken his silence after perfecting his N10 million bail condition with two sureties in like sum.
Okechukwu claimed he was not small and that money was water in an Instagram post shortly after his arraignment on Wednesday.
“Seeing all your messages and love. I’m so humbled. Now it’s confirmed CP (Cubana Priest) is not small. Money na water (sic),” he wrote.
Nollytrailers had earlier reported that the Federal High Court in Lagos State was granted N10m bail with two sureties in like sum.
The celebrity barman pleaded not guilty to tampering and abusing the naira during his trial.
He was arraigned before Justice Kehinde Ogundare on three counts bordering on abuse of naira by allegedly spraying and tampering with the nation’s currency at a social event, contrary to the provisions of the Central Bank Act of 2007.
He also was alleged to have sprayed the naira on February 13, 2024, at Eko Hotel.
Additionally, Cubana Chief Priest was said to have committed the offences while dancing during a social event.
He was also reported to have tampered with funds in the denomination of N500 notes issued by the CBN by spraying the same for two hours.
In the charge marked FHC/L/ 246/2024, obtained by Nollytrailers, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission alleged that sometime in 2020, during a social event in Lagos, Cubana Chief Priest tampered with funds in the denomination of N500 issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria, by spraying the same for two hours.
In Count 3, it was alleged, “That you, Okechukwu Pascal, sometime in January 2024, in Lagos during a social event, tampered with funds in the denomination of N500 (Five Hundred Naira) issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria by spraying same and you thereby committed an offence, contrary to and punishable under Section 21(1) of the Central Bank Act 2007.”
Wife of late Yoruba movie star, Mufutau Sanni Abdulahi, popularly known as Ajigijaga, has opened up on how she and her children were mistreated by her late husband’s family after his death.
Speaking on the Talk To B show, she revealed that she was evicted from their home on the same day he died and left with no belongings.
She further disclosed that she now relies on street hawking to provide for her family and has faced reluctance from others to assist her.
“The day he died, his family pursued me out of our house, saying they couldn’t take care of me and the kids. I didn’t take a dime from the house, even clothes, it was just me and my kids,” she said.
“Now that he is dead, I am now a hawker, this was something he never allowed me to do when he was alive. I have to hawk so I can feed my children.
“No one wanted to help me because they didn’t want people to misunderstand them and claim they were sleeping with her.”
MTV Base, Africa’s leading youth culture and entertainment brand channel, celebrated its annual MTV Base Day on Friday, 26 April 2024, with an electrifying night of music and entertainment at The Good Beach.
Marking another year of championing African talent, the event was a resounding success, capturing African youth culture’s vibrant energy and spirit.
The night showcased some of Nigeria’s stars, with captivating performances from artists such as Eltee Skillz, Morravey, Oladapo, 1dabanton, Gdzilla, Minz, W4 and. The atmosphere was electric as the music flowed, and the audience danced and sang along to the pulsating beats.
L-R Ibrahim Aliyu, Julie LeBlanc, Country Manager, Paramount Africa, Bada Akintunde-Johnson_ Thomas Bruns, Senior Channels Manager, Paramount Africa, Busola Komolafe_ Julie Mckay, Temitayo Famutimiy.
Celebrities like DJ Xclusive, Skalez, B-Red, VJ Adams, Sheggz, Kelechi FC, and Soma added to the star-studded event, mingling with guests and enjoying the performances alongside the energetic crowd.
With Ilooise ‘Ilowitdflo’ Omonhinmin and Oluchi Harrison, members of the MTV Base Culture Squad, keeping the energy high as hosts, they captivated the audience with their infectious enthusiasm and undeniable charisma.
Musician, Morravey performing on stage
‘MTV Base Day’ celebration is a testament to MTV Base’s long commitment to providing a platform for African youth culture, celebrating diverse talents and showcasing the vibrant spirit of the continent’s music scene.
With the support of official partners Flying Fish, Darling Hair and Regal Deluxe, the event delivered an unforgettable experience that truly lived up to the essence of African music and entertainment.
To see more highlights from the night, follow @mtvbasewest across all social media platforms and join the conversation using the official hashtag #MTVBaseDay.
Big Brother Naija reality show season 8 winner Ilebaye Odiniya, has expressed how excited she is to be one of the youngest multi-billionaires in Nigeria.
In a recent interview, she expressed how grateful she is to God for using Big Brother to make her the star she is today, saying that it is a really good privilege.
Speaking on her fashion sense, Ilebaye revealed she is inspired by Gen Z Baddie, adding that she is her own fashion icon.
“My outfit is inspired by Gen Z Baddie. I am my own fashion icon.
“It feels so good to be one of the youngest multi-billionaires and winning the All Stars. I am grateful to God for using Big Brother to make me the Star that I am. It’s a really good privilege”, she said.
Recently, Ilebaye pocketed N120 million after she won the All-Star edition of the reality show in October last year.
In a recent Instagram live session with fans, she confirmed that she has received the prize money.
Her revelation came after Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna called out the organisers, claiming that she has not yet received the N100 million she won from the show in 2022.
Ilebaye said, “I have received my [BBNaija prize] money. I haven’t even touched tiny part of it. My money haven’t finished. I haven’t touched my prize money. And this is a fact.”
The Big Brother All Stars prize presentation ceremony had in attendance, Oluwakemi Adedeji, Marketing Communications Manager, HFM; Dr Busola Tejumola, Executive Head, Content & West Africa Channels, MultiChoice West Africa; Ilebaye Odiniya, Winner, Big Brother Naija All-Stars; Chinedu Oparaku, Director Product Marketing, Moniepoint.
Receiving the prize, Ilebaye expressed her gratitude towards her fans, the organizers, and her fellow housemates.
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