The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has confirmed the release of popular skit maker and prankster Zion Ubani, better known as Zfancy, on bail.
Zfancy was arrested by the NPF-National Cybercrime Centre on Thursday, July 4, in Abuja, accused of heinous crimes, including rape, based on his prank videos.
In an update on Wednesday, Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi announced that Zfancy was released on bail.
Adejobi mentioned that Zfancy was released to the executives of the Practitioners of Content Creation, Skit-Making and Influencers Guild of Nigeria (PCCSIGN). The delegation was led by Tokoni Peter Igoin, Special Assistant to the President on ICT Development and Digital Innovation.
“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,” Adejobi said.
This incident highlights the delicate balance content creators must maintain between creativity and social responsibility.
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