Reprieve came the way of the embattled former governor of Delta State, Chief James Onanefe Ibori, Saturday, following his temporary release from a Dubai jail, though, details were still sketchy at press time.
Ibori, who is facing a deportation request from the London Metropolitan Police for trial in the United Kingdom on corruption charges, was freed on health grounds. The health of the former governor is said to have deteriorated while in detention and he is said to be suffering from high blood pressure.
It was gathered that the United Arab Emirates authorities may have been swayed by Ibori’s deteriorating health conditions and granted him access needed to provide himself adequate health care.
A senior government official confirmed the release of Ibori. He, however, stated that the decision was purely that of the Dubai justice authorities. The official, who expressed shock at the news, however, said the judgement of the Dubai court “does not have anything to do with the charges Ibori is facing here.”
All attempts to get Ibori or his associates to speak on record failed.
One of them who pleaded to remain anonymous confirmed the report. But he added that Ibori’s camp was still studying the situation as another litigation against him is ongoing in Dubai.
The source said it was premature for jubilation in Ibori’s camp but those who habour goodwill for Ibori should continue with their prayers for him.
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