Boma Achenimie 
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has openly declared that he will not defend the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) over its handling of allegations concerning controversial crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky.
Speaking at a two-day retreat for senior officials of the ministry and its para-military agencies, Tunji-Ojo emphasized the importance of reputation management and ethical conduct within these agencies.
The controversy arose following claims that Bobrisky did not serve his full six-month jail term as mandated by the court in a viral video posted by VeryDarkMan.
However, a panel recently established by the Federal Government concluded that there was no evidence to support these allegations, affirming that Bobrisky did serve his sentence.
Nonetheless, the panel also found that Bobrisky was afforded certain privileges during his incarceration, actions it described as “unethical and unacceptable.”
Speaking on the development, the Minister stressed that while the panel dismissed the major allegations, the incident highlighted a need for ethical introspection and improvement within the NCoS.
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He warned that he would not shield the agency from criticism if it failed in its duties, particularly in matters compromising its integrity and public trust.
The retreat, themed “United Front for a Secure Nation and Future,” included participation from various para-military services including the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the Federal Fire Service (FFS), and the NCoS.
Tunji-Ojo called on these agencies, especially the NCoS, to adopt a transformative approach towards the rehabilitation of inmates, with an emphasis on respect for human rights and dignity.
The Minister said, “The critical role that the federal ministry of Interior has to play in the aspect of our internal security is very key.
