Emdee Tiamiyu, a Nigerian YouTuber based in the United Kingdom, has been arrested on allegations of fraud.

This development comes months after he sparked controversy with a BBC interview, in which he made remarks about Nigerian students in the UK, suggesting that many use the student visa system not for academic pursuits but to work and bring their families to the country.

The UK government had allocated resettlement funds to assist Tiamiyu in integrating and achieving financial stability within the country, following his asylum claim subsequent to the interview.

However, he is now facing scrutiny over a financial dispute involving the UK government, with reports suggesting that he defrauded the government of £160,000.

The funds, intended for resettlement purposes, were allegedly used by Tiamiyu to construct a house in his native Ogun State in Nigeria.

The UK government has not yet issued an official statement regarding the arrest or the details of the fraud allegations.

The situation is evolving, with possible ramifications for bilateral relations and the international student community in the UK.

As the investigation unfolds, more information is expected to come to light regarding the circumstances surrounding Tiamiyu’s arrest and the alleged fraud.