Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has confirmed his temporary exit from Nigeria, stating the need to focus on his “sanity and health.”
In an Instagram post on Monday, he said, “Yes, I’m here to confirm I’m out of Nigeria temporarily. I need to attend to my sanity and my health.”
The controversial cross-dresser also expressed frustration over travel issues he faced, attributing the disruptions to local security agencies. He has called on KLM, the airline involved, to refund two unused tickets that he claims cost N9.8 million each.
“Few Nigerian security agencies tried everything to frustrate me, but naaa, I gat God,” he remarked. He further detailed his travel woes, saying, “Imagine buying a business class ticket three times; only one was successful. KLM, I hope you guys refund me the two I didn’t use. I know it’s not your fault, but it’s fine. Each business class cost me 9,800,000. I only successfully flew yesterday, 3/11/2024.”
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Addressing potential critics, Bobrisky stated, “Before you come to my page to type nonsense, check your account balance if you can afford three business seats, not to talk of buying it three times. Well, I’m not in Nigeria, so your comment means nothing.”
Bobrisky had initially announced his departure just days after being released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Previously, he was removed from an Amsterdam-bound KLM flight at Murtala Muhammed International Airport while attempting to travel to London, where he alleged he sustained injuries during the incident.
Following the altercation, he was taken to the EFCC headquarters in Abuja, where he was questioned regarding accusations of bribing officials with N15 million to dismiss money laundering charges against him. He was later released on bail after reportedly denying any bribery in his statement.