The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) is investigating allegations surrounding Bobrisky’s accommodation after social media influencer Very Dark Man published an audio recording of Bobrisky claiming he spent his jail term in a private apartment and paid N15 million to Economic and Financial Crimes Commission officials to drop money laundering charges ¹.
The NCS Deputy Controller of Corrections Service Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Umar, clarified that inmates undergo comprehensive assessments to determine security risks, needs, and responsivity issues upon admission. The admission board evaluates each inmate to ensure safe housing and effective rehabilitation, considering factors like risk assessment, criminogenic needs, and responsivity issues ¹.
During Bobrisky’s court appearance and admission, he identified himself as male, and the NCS allocated him an appropriate cell to ensure his safety. However, Umar refrained from commenting on allegations of Bobrisky staying outside the custodial center, citing the ongoing investigation ¹.
The Federal Government has inaugurated an independent investigative panel to probe allegations of corruption and gross violations of standard operating procedures within the NCS. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, emphasized that the panel must investigate the allegations surrounding Bobrisky’s accommodation ¹.
Key Points:
- Allegations Surrounding Bobrisky’s Accommodation: Audio recording claims Bobrisky spent jail term in private apartment and paid N15 million to drop money laundering charges.
- NCS Investigation: Ongoing investigation into allegations, with findings pending.
- Inmate Admission Process: Comprehensive assessments determine security risks, needs, and responsivity issues.
- Independent Investigative Panel: Probe into corruption and gross violations within NCS, including Bobrisky’s accommodation allegations.
