Men of the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre has arrested a Nigerian ‘prankster’, Ubani Zion Chibuike alias ZFancy, at an apartment in Wuye, Abuja for allegedly circulating accusatory videos on social media, in which ZFancy was alleged to have committed heinous crimes, including rape.
These videos caused significant apprehension among social media users.
Ubani Zion Chibuike Arrested by NPF National Cybercrime Centre
According to the Force Public Relations Officer (FPPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, “ZFancy came out and claimed the videos were scripted and part of his attempt to regain the spotlight after a break. Regardless, such actions have serious implications and can not be taken lightly. The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to maintaining public safety and ensuring that individuals are held accountable for actions that incite fear or disturb public peace.”
Adejobi stated, “The Police therefore warns pranksters and content creators to be law-abiding and be conscious of pranks and contents that could pose threats to the public and jeopardise the general security of our country. We urge the public to remain calm as we proceed with the necessary legal actions in this case.”
