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Notorious Nigerian influencer ‘Billionaire Gucci Master’ sentenced to 11 years in jail for fraud

Instagram influencer Ray Hushpuppi sits on purple car (Credit: Ray Hushpuppi—Instagram)

A Nigerian influencer who dubbed himself “Billionaire Gucci Master” has been jailed for over 11 years for his role in an international fraud syndicate in which he conspired to launder over $300 million. 

Described by the FBI as as “one of the most prolific money launderers in the world,” Ramon Abbas, who went by Ray Hushpuppi on social media, attracted a following of over 2.8 million on Instagram by flaunting his immensely lavish lifestyle, complete with luxury cars and private jets. 

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