Blessing Effiong finally regains freedom after almost 4 yrs in Kirikiri

 Prison guard, Blessing Effiong and a lawyer in court

After almost four years in Kirikiri prisons for being in possession of a stolen phone, Blessing Effiong has finally regained her freedom. The 20 year old girl today July 4th pled guilty to section 430 (1) of the criminal code of Lagos state 2003. In lay man's language - being in possession of something suspected of being stolen or fraudulently obtained; an offense that carries 6 months imprisonment. The court today sentenced her to six months imprisonment but having served almost four years already, she was released and allowed to go.

What a joyful day! If this is all new to you, read about Blessing HERE