Convicted actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has described his time in prison as a bitter experience, saying he felt he was made a scapegoat. He also urged young people to be careful because actions they may consider harmless could eventually lead to imprisonment.
Speaking during an interview on Agabletu TV, Baba Ijesha said prison changed his view of life and exposed him to people from different backgrounds. He claimed that many inmates are innocent and called on judges, lawyers and government officials to listen to their stories and examine the conditions they face.
The actor also spoke about the importance of prayer in prison and urged people in positions of authority to act with greater consideration. Baba Ijesha was sentenced in 2022 following sexual assault and indecent treatment of a child, with the Lagos State Government later stating that he was released after completing his sentence while his sexual assault conviction remained upheld.
