AKNN recalls that Zfancy was arrested on July 3 in Wuye, Abuja, over prank videos that accused him of serious crimes, including rape and rituals.
On Wednesday night, July 10, the police announced that Zfancy was released on bail to the Practitioners of Content Creation, Skit-Making, and Influencers Guild of Nigeria (PCCSIGN).
In their statement, the police issued a stern warning to Zfancy and other content creators against making pranks that could cause public unrest.
The statement read: “Earlier today, 10th of July, 2024, at the Force Headquarters, Mr. Zion Ubani, aka Zfancy, was released on bail to the Excos of the Practitioners of Content Creation, Skit-Making and Influencers Guild of Nigeria (PCCSIGN).
“The delegation was led by Mr. Tokoni Peter Igoin, Special Assistant to the President on ICT Development and Digital Innovation.
“Recall that Mr. Ubani was arrested by the NPF-National Cybercrime Centre over prank videos accusing him of heinous crimes, including rape. The videos were later found to be scripted.
“He has been warned to avoid pranks that could cause public unrest. While encouraging positive creativity amongst the youthful populace, the NPF urges content creators to responsibly use social media and avoid spreading misinformation that may incite public disorder.”
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