Cubana Chief Priest: Nigerian socialite charged for throwing money in air - BBC News

Cubana Chief Priest is the latest celebrity to fall foul of a crackdown on "abusing" banknotes.

2 hours agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingImage source, BBC/Adesola IkulajoluImage caption, Cubana Chief Priest appeared in court in the main city LagosBy Adesola Ikulajolu & Wedaeli ChibelushiBBC News, Lagos and LondonNigerian socialite and businessman Cubana Chief Priest has become the latest local celebrity to be charged with abusing banknotes.

The socialite, whose real name is Pascal Okechukwu, pleaded not guilty to three counts of abusing banknotes during a court appearance on Wednesday.

Authorities say he threw money into the air at various social events.

This is technically an offence as notes fall to the ground where they can be trodden on.

The practice, known as "spraying", is commonly done at Nigerian weddings and celebrations as a token of appreciation.

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