Ex-Boss Reveals Reasons Behind 26-Year-Old Abuja Photographer’s 10-Month Jail Sentence

  • Mike Oluwole, former employer of Nicholas Peter, has spoken out about the circumstances leading to Nicholas’s detention. He cites Nicholas’s alleged mismanagement, theft, and defamation as reasons for his arrest.
  • Incident Details: Oluwole claims Nicholas attempted to sell a stolen camera lens, initially lying about its origin. Following this, Nicholas was employed by Oluwole on a probationary basis, but Oluwole noticed issues with Nicholas’s financial management and behavior, including a missing office phone and other misconduct.
  • Resignation and Legal Actions: Nicholas resigned via text message, after which Oluwole discovered further misconduct involving the office camera and phone. Despite attempts to resolve the matter amicably, Nicholas was reported to the police and subsequently faced prosecution.
  • Legal Complications: Oluwole tried to stop the prosecution but faced issues with his appeal and doubts about the bail amount, which contributed to Nicholas’s continued detention.
  • Foundation’s Role: Funke Adeoye, through her foundation Hope Behind Bars Africa, became involved in Nicholas’s case after being informed about it by Yiaga Africa. Her foundation provides legal aid and financial support to those in need, including inmates who cannot afford legal representation or bail.
  • Assistance Given: Adeoye’s team secured Nicholas’s release by paying the bail, which was facilitated by anonymous donors. They provided him with financial support and assistance for reintegration.
  • Response to Criticism: Adeoye clarified that her foundation operates independently and that her actions were driven by humanitarian concerns rather than financial gain or to defame Oluwole. She also addressed rumors and criticism about her involvement, stating that her intent was solely to help Nicholas.
  • Incarceration: Nicholas Peter spent 10 months in Keffi Correctional Centre, during which he faced significant hardships. He previously detailed his experiences in prison, highlighting the struggles he faced after resigning and the consequences of his actions.

The situation has sparked a broader discussion about employee-employer disputes, legal processes, and the role of charitable organizations in assisting those in need.

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