Charles Okah, the convicted mastermind behind the 2010 Independence Day bombing in Nigeria, has made startling allegations regarding a recent prison break scandal in Borno State. Okah, currently serving a life sentence for his involvement in the deadly bombing, claims that a prison break operation, orchestrated by certain law enforcement officers and judiciary members, has led to the unlawful release of dangerous inmates.
In a statement released today, Okah revealed that a series of forged court warrants were used to facilitate the release of several inmates from the Borno prison system. He accused high-ranking officials within the Nigerian police, as well as members of the judiciary, of being complicit in what he describes as a “well-coordinated scam,” which allowed individuals convicted of serious offenses to be freed under the guise of legal procedures.
According to Okah’s allegations, a network of corrupt officers and judicial figures exploited their positions of power, manipulating court records and forging warrants in order to execute the unlawful release of inmates. The bombings mastermind claims that this action is part of a larger conspiracy aimed at undermining the integrity of the Nigerian prison system and judiciary.
“I have been made aware of the widespread scam, orchestrated from within the prison walls by influential figures with ties to powerful groups. It is not just a breach of prison protocol; it is a systematic erosion of justice,” Okah said in the statement. He further suggested that the authorities involved in this alleged scheme were seeking to free individuals connected to terrorism and other criminal activities, potentially endangering the safety and security of the Nigerian people.
The accusations come at a time when Nigeria is grappling with an increasing number of prison breaks, which have raised concerns about the efficiency and security of its correctional institutions. Okah’s claims have sparked a wave of public outrage and prompted calls for an independent investigation into the matter.
The Nigerian Ministry of Justice and the Nigerian Police Force have yet to officially comment on the allegations. However, legal experts have urged swift action to investigate the accusations and ensure accountability for any parties involved in the alleged corruption.