Controversial Nigerian journalist, Kemi Olunloyohas alleged that former Nigerian president,
Olusegun Obasanjo played a crucial role in securing the release of Beatrice Ekweremadu, wife of former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, from a UK prison.
TheNewsGuru reported that
Beatrice arrived in the country on Tuesday,
January 21, 2025, and is currently in Abuja.
Recall that, a UK court had in May 2023, convicted Beatrice and her husband on charges related to organ harvesting and trafficking.
While Ike Ekweremadu received a 10-year sentence, Beatrice was sentenced to six years, despite citing health challenges in court.
According to the controversial journalist in a video shared on social media, Beatrice’s early release from UK prison came about after a compassionate plea seeking her release to care for her 26-year-old daughter, Sonia, is reportedly battlng with a mental health crisis was made.
Sonia’s deteriorating state is allegedly tied to the realization that her health struggles triggered her parents’ convictions.
Olunloyo stated that former President Olusegun Obasanjo played a key role behind the scenes in securing Beatrice’s freedom. Obasanjo, known for his international influence and diplomatic connections, reportedly intervened and used his influence to arrange her early release.
