Nigerian socialite and businessman, Cubana Chief Priest, faces charges for mishandling banknotes.
Pascal Okechukwu, known as Cubana Chief Priest, denied three counts of banknote abuse in court.
Authorities allege he tossed money at social gatherings, violating currency regulations.
This behavior is considered illegal as it exposes banknotes to damage.
“Spraying” cash, a customary gesture at Nigerian festivities, is the practice in question.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is leading the crackdown on currency misuse.
Okechukwu is accused of tampering with 500 naira notes at events in Lagos.
Following his appearance at Lagos’ Federal High Court, Okechukwu secured bail for 10 million naira ($8,600; £6,970).
Addressing his five million Instagram followers from the federal court, he expressed gratitude for their support.
Meanwhile, popular internet personality Bobrisky received a six-month prison sentence for a similar offense just two weeks prior.
The judge emphasized that defacing currency tarnishes the nation’s reputation.
Actress Oluwadarasimi Omoseyin faced a similar fate in February for mishandling new naira notes.
The EFCC disclosed ongoing investigations into several celebrities accused of currency abuse, noting their cooperation with authorities.
The agency announced that 200 individuals nationwide are slated for prosecution, with 24 already convicted.