In other news, Baba Ijesha has shared his experience behind bars following his release, and his reflections have sparked mixed reactions online.
The convicted Nollywood actor, during an interview with Dele Adeyanju on Agabletu TV, described prison as a place where prayers are answered most, claiming that some sudden deaths are linked to inmates' prayers.
"Do you know prison is where prayer answer most?"
He asked.
"Many sudden deaths are from prison, and they don't use knives. It is the power of prayer."
He added.
(yimu like Iyabo Ojo)
Describing his experience as bitter, the actor claimed he was made a scapegoat and urged young people to be careful about their actions.
"Bitter because I was a scapegoat. Do you know, many want people to learn a lesson from celebrities."
He said.
He also alleged that some prison warders are harsher than police officers, adding that inmates are treated without regard for their social status.
"Some warders are more wicked than police."
He said.
Baba Ijesha further claimed that about 65 per cent of inmates are innocent, urging judges and lawyers to listen to their stories.
"There are about 65% there that are innocent. There is a guy there called No Case."
He added.
He described the power of prayers in prison, claiming some inmates make intense appeals to God, even using their own blood while praying.
(shakes head like Charly Boy)
Baba Ijesha has reportedly decided to start visiting the prison every Sunday for prayers. Sources say he has already told his friends he will be at the prison every Sunday morning and has been encouraging them to join him. One friend reportedly asked, "Baba, are you not tired of that place?" He replied, "That is where prayers are answered. I am going there every Sunday."
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Source: One of Baba Ijesha's friends, Fatai Gbadamosi, who confirmed he has been telling everyone about his Sunday prison visits and has invited them to join.
