Social Media Marabout Arrested in Drug Trafficking Sting
Mystical Influencer Nar To Bad Bardar Faces Charges After Crack Cocaine Bust
A popular social media personality known for purported spiritual powers now faces serious legal trouble. Nar To Bad Bardar, also known as “Borom Jaro Bi,” was apprehended in a drug trafficking operation, casting a shadow over his online persona and drawing significant reactions.
The Night of the Bust
Authorities initiated the investigation based on information regarding a suspicious delivery from Dakar. A taxi driver, alerted by the recipient’s anxious behavior and an unusually high fare, contacted the police. The subsequent intervention led to the marabout’s arrest.
The police found Serigne Nar Ka Badar at the rendezvous point, in the act of receiving the package. The package was immediately seized.
During questioning, the marabout initially claimed the substance was MDMA crystals. However, forensic analysis revealed the illicit drug to be crack cocaine.
Crack Cocaine Found
The investigation revealed that Serigne Nar Ka Badar had ordered the goods. After the analysis, it was confirmed to be crack cocaine.
“I am shocked and saddened by these events and it is a difficult time.”
—Close Family Member, Statement
The case has drawn significant attention on social media. The marabout had cultivated a large following, particularly on platforms like TikTok, where he shared videos of supposed miracles.
The marabout was presented to the Public Prosecutor at the Diourbel Tribunal de Grande Instance. A judicial information was requested by the prosecution, and the file entrusted to the investigating judge of the second cabinet. However, the respondent was the subject of a return of parquet, pending the rest of the procedure. The global market for illegal drugs is estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars, with crack cocaine contributing significantly (UNODC Report 2024).
Online Following
Nar To Bad Bardar was known online for his spiritual consultations. He had a large number of followers. Videos of “miracles” were posted on social media.
The legal proceedings are ongoing, and the case is expected to generate continued debate online.