The Federal Government has launched an investigation into allegations of bribery and corruption in Nigerian prisons following claims linked to Bobrisky. Get the latest details on the probe and its potential implications.
The Federal Government has initiated a thorough investigation into the claims of bribery and corruption within the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS).
The directive was issued by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement released on Wednesday by his media aide, Babatunde Alao.
This action follows reports concerning a crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, who was sentenced to imprisonment earlier this year but allegedly did not serve his time within the correctional facility.
A viral audio recording, leaked by prominent social critic Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan or VDM, purportedly features Bobrisky discussing with a friend that he spent his jail term in a nearby apartment rather than in the correctional center.
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The leaked audio suggests that following his sentencing, an unnamed influential figure contacted a senior officer within the prison service, who allegedly arranged for the crossdresser to stay in an apartment.
In response, the minister emphasized that any acts of indiscipline, unprofessionalism, or corruption within the service will result in severe repercussions.
“The Ministry will not accept any compromise on its fundamental principles of integrity, transparency, and accountability. We are committed to thoroughly investigating corruption and ensuring that those responsible face the full extent of the law,” the statement indicated.
The minister has appointed a special investigative team, led by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, to examine the allegations and provide a detailed report.
He assured the public that the investigation would be conducted rigorously, transparently, and impartially, with appropriate disciplinary measures to be enforced against any personnel found guilty.
