Popular Nigerian Producer Rexxie arrested in Uganda

Popular Nigerian record producer and singer, Rexxie, has been arrested in Uganda.

The producer behind the hit song ‘KKP’ took to his Instagram page on Monday morning to announce that he was being held by Ugandan Immigration. He did not disclose the reason for his arrest but described it as unfair. He also called for help, urging his fans to demand his release using the hashtag “UgandaFreeRexxie”.

“I’ve been arrested at the Ugandan Immigration. “Pls I need help.” he shared.

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— 🐬 @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) March 11, 2024

Rexxie is not the first Nigerian artist to have been arrested in Uganda. It is recalled that Omah Lay and Tems were also arrested, charged to court, and subsequently detained in prison in Uganda. This happened after they made an appearance at a concert that was held in the country at Speke Resort, Kampala, on Saturday, December 12th, 2020. They were arrested for violating COVID-19 social distancing regulations. However, they were later released after spending two days in jail.