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EFCC Arrests Naira Marley

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Nigerian musician, Naira Marley, real name Afeez Fashola.

Nigerian fast-rising artist, Naira Marley is currently being questioned at the EFFC office in Lagos.

The reason behind his arrest is yet to be made public. It might be in connection with his statements on social media which glorifies internet fraudsters.

Naira Marley released the official video of his hit track, ‘Am I A Yahoo Boy’ featuring Zlatan on Thursday.

Naira Marley during a recent Instagram live session, urged Nigerians to pray for internet fraudsters (Yahoo boys). He said they are the reason money circulates to the common man.

He said:

“All you guys, all the money in your pockets, all the money you spend, you think it’s the government that is making the money go round?”

The reactions from Nigerians who described Marley as a disgrace and bad example to young Nigerians.

Meanwhile, a few Nigerians supported him. Stating that Yahoo boys were the reason some Nigerians can eat and survive.

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