The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has officially confirmed the arrest of popular cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, while attempting to flee the country through the Seme Border.

In a statement issued by the Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO), Deputy Comptroller of Immigration (DCI) Kenneth Udo, the NIS revealed that Bobrisky is a “person of interest” in an ongoing investigation. The arrest took place on Monday during a routine passport check, when the cross-dresser was identified while attempting to evade detection at the border.

The NIS has not disclosed further details regarding the investigation, but Bobrisky’s arrest is reportedly linked to ongoing inquiries by the House of Representatives, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Nigerian Correctional Service over bribery allegations.

Bobrisky remains under investigation as authorities continue to explore the circumstances surrounding the case.

He said;

“In keeping with its commitment to securing the borders, Nigeria Immigration Service NIS intercepted Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju otherwise known as Bobrisky at the Seme Border over an attempt to exit the country.

“The Service wishes to inform the public that Okuneye Idris is a person of interest over recent issues of public concern. He is undergoing interrogation and will be handed over to the appropriate Authorities for further action.

“The Service assures the public that it will continue to be civil and professional in its statutory responsibility of manning the Country’s Borders”.