- Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, known as Rude Boy, was arrested by the EFCC and addressed the incident on Instagram, asserting his innocence.
- Rude boy mentioned he has been cleared by the anti-graft agency but did not provide further details on the arrest.
- The veteran singer clarified that his income comes solely from his music career.
- The arrest followed his recent gift of a luxury car worth over N100 million to his wife, raising questions about his finances.
Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rude Boy from the musical duo Psquare, has taken to his Instagram story to address his recent arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The incident, which caught many fans by surprise, prompted the veteran singer to clarify his stance.
In his Insta story, Rude boy, who recently tied the knot, emphatically stated that he was not involved in any fraudulent activities.
He addressed his fans with a determined look, asserting his innocence and sharing that he had been cleared by the anti-graft agency. However, he did not disclose further details about the reason behind his arrest.
The singer also took the opportunity to reveal his source of wealth, stating that his income comes solely from his successful music career.
Okoye emphasized that his talent and hard work in the music industry have been enough to sustain his lifestyle and pay his bills.
This statement comes on the heels of recent speculation among fans regarding Okoye’s finances. Just days before his arrest, Okoye had gifted his wife a luxury car reportedly worth over N100 million, leading to curiosity about the origins of his wealth.
It appears that this lavish purchase may have drawn the attention of the EFCC.
Netizens Reactions…
@ginicah said: “Once you’re rich EFCC will have their eyes on you… it kept me questioning are they allergic to riches. Cos which kind country no want it citizens to grow tufiakwa.”
@donstarzzy said: “Na only Igbo rich young men they are always after.”
@amaraofthegoodlife said: “And Yahaya Bello is chilling…It is well.”
@u.z.o.r.r said: “Polygamous man.”
@tony_max_96 said: “But it u tiff make them carry u , u be noise maker for internet.”
@_1mind__ said: “Key word “ good music “No lies.”
@pretty_bella_of_lagos0 said: “You go explain.”
@italopapa said: “Make them Go kogi abeg jor.”
@okenwaattend said: “Good music will always be evergreen.”
@adams__gold said: “EFCC know wan see person get money again oh them no see government.”
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