The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is gearing up to present charges against Cubana Chief Priest, a prominent figure in the nightlife scene, over allegations of mishandling Nigerian currency.
Cubana, whose real name is Pascal Okechukwu, stands accused of tampering with and spraying Naira notes at social events, in violation of the Central Bank Act of 2007.
[BREAKING] Naira abuse: Cubana Chief Priest arrives court for arraignment
A businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has arrived at the Federal High Court, Lagos, for his arraignment for allegedly abusing the naira. pic.twitter.com/HMWTvTK3bc
— The Interpreter Media Nigeria (@TIM_Nigeria) April 17, 2024
The charges against Cubana detail incidents where he allegedly tampered with N500 notes during social gatherings, including one at Eko Hotel in February 2024, another in Lagos in 2020, and a separate event in January 2024.
Scheduled to appear before Judge Kehinde Ogundare of the Federal High Court in Lagos on April 17, Cubana faces legal repercussions for his actions.
Renowned for his opulent lifestyle, Cubana Chief Priest previously held the position of general manager at Cubana Groups before branching out to establish Club Xhrine in Owerri, Imo State, in September 2020.
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