Renowned businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest, has appeared at the Federal High Court in Lagos for his arraignment over allegations of abusing the national currency.
Taking his place in the dock, Cubana Chief Priest faces Justice Kehinde Ogundare on three counts related to the misuse of the naira, purportedly for spraying and interfering with the country’s currency at a social gathering, contravening the Central Bank Act of 2007.
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The alleged incident occurred on February 13, 2024, at Eko Hotel, where Cubana Chief Priest was reportedly captured on camera spraying Naira notes while dancing at the event, particularly focusing on N500 denomination notes, an action considered unlawful.
Further details to follow as the proceedings unfold.
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