Key Moments:
- Ducky Bhai, also known as Saad Ur Rehman, has been charged with electronic fraud, forgery, and promoting unlicensed gambling platforms.
- His judicial remand was extended to September 5, with a court hearing scheduled for September 12.
- Authorities allege that online betting apps promoted by Rehman did not provide promised returns and are under investigation for fraud.
Multiple Allegations Surface Against YouTuber
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has brought a series of charges against Saad Ur Rehman, better known online as Ducky Bhai. The list includes allegations of electronic fraud, forgery under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016, and offenses related to cheating and unlicensed trade promotion lotteries based on the Pakistan Penal Code. These accusations stem from claims that Rehman used his platform to promote various gambling and betting applications.
Popular 🇵🇰 Pakistani YouTuber Ducky Bhai is currently arrested under Pakistan’s ⚖️ PECA 2016 law.
If found guilty, he could face a 7-year prison term along with a PKR 7 million fine. pic.twitter.com/bZ0nFB1uWT
— Asad Nasir (@asadnasir2000) August 28, 2025
Remand Extension and Bail Plea
Rehman was initially detained by the NCCIA, with his judicial remand set to end on September 3 but later extended to September 5 to allow further investigation. In response, Rehman’s legal team submitted a bail application, contending that the implicated apps have not been officially declared illegal and that the case sections are bailable. The plea also maintains that Rehman has no prior convictions and no evidence has been provided showing financial harm to individuals. The court has notified the NCCIA of a hearing on September 12 to consider the bail request.
Promotion of Online Betting Platforms
Authorities claim that, leveraging his large online following, Rehman promoted various betting and gambling applications such as Binomo, 1xBet, bet365, and B9 Game through his YouTube channel. Although none of these apps are labeled illegal under current Pakistani law, they operate without official licensing. Investigators found 27 promotional links on his channel, all of which are now inactive. The platforms are accused of making significant profits without delivering returns to users, which forms the basis for the fraud investigation.
| Promoted App | Allegation |
|---|---|
| Binomo | Accused of fraudulent activity; Rehman allegedly acted as country manager without official authorization |
| 1xBet | Promotion via YouTube; license status questioned |
| bet365 | Promotion via YouTube; license status questioned |
| B9 Game | Promotion via YouTube; license status questioned |
Evidence and Further Implications
When apprehended at Allama Iqbal International Airport, Rehman was reportedly attempting to leave the country. Authorities discovered material on his mobile device, which included chats about Binomo promotions, what they deemed unlawful payments related to the app, and videos alleged to be misleading. Additional allegations point to Rehman possibly acting as a country manager for Binomo without required government authorization: “It is also revealed that the accused is working as a country manager assigned by the Binomo management without taking any authorization from the government institution, either from FBR or the State Bank of Pakistan.”
Wider Impact on Influencers
Following Rehman’s arrest, several other digital influencers have been called in for questioning. The outcome of Rehman’s legal proceedings could result in further inquiries into gambling-related content among Pakistani content creators. The case has brought regulatory attention to social media influencers and their compliance with national laws on gambling and promotions.
- Author
Daniel Williams
