Accused of Misusing Money: Cubana Chief Priest Gets Bail
Pascal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, has been allowed bail of ₦10 million by a Lagos court. This decision comes after he said he didn’t do anything wrong in response to charges from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) about misusing Nigerian money.
Background:
Cubana Chief Priest, a famous person in Nigeria’s party scene, got into trouble after the EFCC said he misused money at parties. They say he threw around lots of ₦500 notes.
What Happened in Court:
Today in court, Cubana Chief Priest, with his lawyer, argued against the charges, saying he didn’t do what the EFCC said. He said he didn’t break the law.
Charges:
The EFCC accused him of three things, all involving throwing ₦500 notes at parties. They say this breaks a law about messing with money from the Central Bank of Nigeria.
- February 13, 2024: He’s accused of throwing money at Eko Hotel during a party.
- 2020: They say he did the same thing at a party in Lagos.
- January 2024: Again, they say he threw money at a party in Lagos.
Bail Decision:
Even though the charges are serious, the court said Cubana Chief Priest can leave if he pays ₦10 million. This lets him get ready for the trial and argue his side in court.
Conclusion:
Now, Cubana Chief Priest has a chance to defend himself. This bail marks the start of a big fight in court where he’ll try to prove he’s not guilty. As the case goes on, we’ll learn more about what happened and who’s right.
