Controversial Nigerian crossdresser and social media influencer Bobrisky has been released from detention after nearly three weeks in custody amidst ongoing legal challenges.
The release follows a dramatic period that included his alleged attempt to leave the country through the Seme border.
During his time in detention, fans and followers were left speculating, as updates on his situation remained scarce.
However, upon his release, Bobrisky took to social media to unveil a new look and share a powerful message about strength and resilience.
In his post on Instagram, Bobrisky emphasized the qualities that define strong women, stating that resilience means facing challenges directly without resorting to self-pity or blame.
He wrote: “Strong women don’t play the victim. They don’t make themselves look pitiful and don’t point fingers. They stand and they deal.”
In related news, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has disclosed details regarding the recent arrest of popular crossdresser and social media influencer Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky.
Following a wave of public speculation, the NIS has confirmed that Bobrisky was detained while attempting to exit Nigeria through the Seme border.
In a statement issued by the NIS, Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO) Deputy Comptroller of Immigration (DCI) Kenneth Udo explained that Bobrisky’s arrest on Monday is connected to ongoing legal investigations.
He clarified that Bobrisky has been designated as a “person of interest.”