Why we kept Bobrisky in male facility- Correctional Service

By Adeola Ogunrinde

Following the sentencing of crossdresser, Bobrisky, the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has said that the crossdresser would kept in a male cell.

The spokesperson for the Correctional Service in Lagos said the crossdresser will be incarcerated in the male section of its custodian facility.

He noted how the crossdresser identified himself as a male when being questioned in court, which influenced their decision to place him in a male-designated facility.

Despite concerns regarding his safety due to his gender preference, Correctional officers have assured that Bobrisky will be adequately protected from potential harm. According to him, the decision to put him in a male cell to protect him from sexual predators.

“Since he admitted to being a male in court, then we have to abide by what was submitted in court.

“He should not be afraid of sexual assault from other male inmates because our men can give him protection”, said NCS.

He was sentenced to jail for 6 months without an option of a fine over Naira abuse.