Rajab Butt, one of Pakistan’s most prominent digital creators with a massive following, has previously been involved in several controversies including the brief custody of a lion cub, issues related to respecting religious sentiments, and now, the promotion of a gambling app.

According to media reports, the NCCIA registered a case against Rajab Butt in Lahore on August 17, around midnight, under Sections 13 (Electronic Forgery), 14 (Electronic Fraud), 25 (Spamming), and 26 (Spoofing) of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016, as well as Sections 294-B (Offering prize in connection with trade) and 420 (Cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property) of the Pakistan Penal Code.

Officials stated that Rajab Butt failed to appear before the agency on September 9, despite being summoned for inquiry. He was reportedly in Dubai at the time the FIR was registered.

“In case of non-appearance, it will be assumed that you have nothing to present or state in your defense,” the NCCIA notice read.

His defense lawyer, Barrister Ashfaq, confirmed that Rajab Butt’s case is being reviewed from all legal aspects. “Rajab Butt’s case will be fully defended in accordance with the law,” he said.

Rajab Butt has now moved from Dubai to the United Kingdom, where he is also planning to relocate his family.

Read Also: Hania Amir Hospitalized in US-Fans Deeply Worried

This action against Rajab Butt comes as part of a broader NCCIA crackdown on influencers promoting gambling apps on social media. Another well-known YouTuber, Saad ur Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, was also arrested in a similar case earlier.

The NCCIA continues to investigate the full scope of the alleged online gambling promotion network.