LAHORE: A sessions court in Lahore on Tuesday extended the pre-arrest bail of social media influencers Rajab Butt and Nadeem Mubarak, popularly known as Nani Wala, in a case related to gambling applications.
Both Rajab Butt and Nadeem appeared before the court under tight security and were accompanied by their legal representatives. The hearing was overseen by Additional District and Sessions Judge Mansoor Ahmed.
During the session, the counsel for the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) informed the court that the assigned investigating officer was currently involved in proceedings at the Lahore High Court. As a result, the prosecution sought more time to provide the necessary case records.
The court accepted this request, extending pre-arrest bail for both individuals until January 26, while instructing NCCIA to ensure the complete records are available at the next hearing. Earlier, the judge allowed both influencers to leave after their attendance was recorded.
Both Rajab Butt and Nadeem Mubarak have faced prior legal challenges. In September 2025, Rajab Butt was charged by NCCIA for allegedly promoting online gambling apps through his content on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Nadeem Mubarak faced similar allegations and was arrested the same month.
