Controversial cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, has stirred up discussion by stating he would not mind returning to Kirikiri Correctional Centre under specific conditions.
Bobrisky made this surprising comment during an appearance on the ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’ show, hosted by Bae U Barbie. The cross-dresser, who was recently released from prison, shared his unconventional views on his incarceration and his future plans.
Bobrisky’s journey through the legal system began on April 12, 2024, when he was sentenced to six months in prison by Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court in Lagos. His crime was related to the abuse of naira by spraying it at parties, an act that drew significant public and legal attention.
The sentencing was notable for not offering an option of a fine, making it a full six-month prison term. The decision sparked a debate on social media and among legal experts about the fairness and severity of the punishment. Bobrisky’s time in Kirikiri Correctional Centre ended on August 5, 2024, when he was released after serving his full term.
During his recent interview, Bobrisky reflected on his prison experience with surprising candor. He described his incarceration as a sort of “vacation,” stating that it allowed him time to rest and reflect. “I see my jail term as a vacation. You know, on vacation, you go and rest. I’ve been working so hard, and I think their decision was okay for me,” he told Bae U Barbie.
Bobrisky went on to express his views on the sentence, which he found to be extreme. “The decision was to break me, but sadly, nothing happened to Mummy of Lagos. I’m still fine, I’m still good, and I will continue to be fine and good,” he added, referring to himself by his popular nickname.
When asked by the host if he would like to return to prison, Bobrisky responded with unexpected enthusiasm. “I would love to go, maybe for a short term like that again. Short term, not long-term,” he said. He explained that he felt the sentence was disproportionate to his crime of spraying money, which he viewed as a harmless act.
“It’s funny to me. Everything happened like a movie. Spraying of money? It’s my money. I’m not owing anybody money. I did not steal money. I did not kidnap, I did not rape. I did not kill anybody,” he argued.
Legal experts have weighed in on the situation, noting that while Bobrisky’s case was unusual, it highlighted broader issues of how public behavior is regulated and punished. “The case against Bobrisky raises questions about the proportionality of sentencing and how certain acts are classified under the law,” said legal analyst Nkechi Nwosu.
“Spraying money, while not a common crime, does not typically warrant a lengthy prison sentence, which makes this case quite exceptional.”
Following his release, Bobrisky has announced plans to continue his public persona with a twist. He revealed that he would now only spray foreign currency, specifically dollars, at events. “I am still going to spray money but I will only spray dollars not naira,” he stated.
Bobrisky also firmly stated that he does not consider himself an ex-convict. “I’m not an ex-convict because I can’t be convicted for spraying money. So I won’t accept it,” he asserted.
