By EFCC REVEALS WHY NAIRA MARLEY WAS ARRESTED
Aside confirming his arrest, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has revealed why popular singer, Afeez Fashola, otherwise known as Naira Marley was arrested earlier.
#YahooYahoo! EFCC nabs Nigerian singer Naira Marley
According to the Commission, Marley was arrested in relation to alleged advance fee scam and related cyber crimes.
BlackBox Nigeria had reported earlier that the musician was arrested by the EFCC in Lagos.
Naira Marley, known for his single ‘Issa Goal,’ recently came under fire by renowned rapper, Ruggedman, for promoting Internet fraud in his music.
The acting EFCC spokesperson, Mr Tony Orilade, in an interview said,
“Yes, he is with us. He’s not the only person; he had some other persons also arrested alongside him.
“They were arrested in relation to advance fee fraud — Internet-related cases and all of that. Give me a little time and I will get you the details.”
A video featuring Ruggedman has gone viral this week in which the rapper called out Naira Marley for advocating Internet fraud. The artiste noted that the promotion of such cyber crimes impacted negatively on Nigerians abroad.
However, Naira Marley, whose recent song is titled ‘Am I A Yahoo Boy,’ responded by mocking Ruggedman in an Instagram video and defended his artistic choices.
The EFCC last year launched Operation Cyber Storm which sought to curb the activities of Internet fraudsters. Over 150 suspects have been reportedly arrested across the country.
