Nigerian cross-dresser Bobrisky, known for his flamboyant style and social media presence, a Federal High Court in Lagos convicted him for financial misconduct, sparking a legal battle that has captured national attention.
Bobrisky, whose real name is Idris Okuneye, has now taken his fight to the appellate court, submitting an appeal against his six-month jail term.
Represented by his attorney Deji Adeyanju, Bobrisky argues that the trial judge’s decision to impose the maximum sentence without an option of a fine goes against legal guidelines for first-time offenders.
In his appeal, Bobrisky contends that the Trial Judge “erred in law and facts” by imposing a six-month imprisonment term without considering alternative sentencing options, as prescribed by the Administration of Criminal Justice Act of 2015.
The cross-dresser is pushing for a significant change in his sentence, requesting that the appellate court overturn the jail term and instead impose a fine of N50,000 on each count. This move has stirred debate among legal experts and the public, with opinions divided on the appropriate punishment for the controversial figure.
As Bobrisky awaits the outcome of his appeal, all eyes are on the judiciary as it navigates the complexities of sentencing in high-profile cases, balancing justice with considerations of fairness and legal precedent.
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