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Nigerian man paroled after 9 years in U.S., faces danger at home

Oreoluwa Ojelabi by Oreoluwa Ojelabi
June 22, 2024
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Akintoye Joseph, a Nigerian national who was sentenced to 20 years in prison by a Cobb County court in Marietta, Georgia, has been paroled after serving 9 years, 3 months, and 3 days.

Convicted in 2015 for racketeering charges typically associated with organized crime, Joseph’s case has raised significant concerns about the fairness of his trial and the potential dangers he faces if he returns to Nigeria.

Joseph, now 43, was sentenced at 34 following a conviction by a jury consisting of 10 white jurors and 2 black jurors. His prosecution was marked by controversy, with accusations of ethnic bias and prosecutorial misconduct.

Jason Marbutt, the Cobb County prosecutor, allegedly displayed clear contempt for Joseph’s Nigerian heritage and played multiple roles in the case, including detective, lead investigator, and prosecuting attorney. Marbutt’s public statements depicted Joseph in an extremely negative light, likening his crimes to those worse than murder.

The case was further complicated by Joseph’s refusal to accept a plea deal, which would have forfeited his constitutional rights to challenge the charges. His ex-girlfriend, Elizabeth Crawford, a white American, was portrayed as the main perpetrator acting under Joseph’s direction.

Despite being involved in a larger conspiracy, Crawford received a lenient sentence of 5 years probation and a first-time offender bonus, highlighting perceived racial disparities in the criminal justice system.

The trial was criticized for its heavy-handed approach, with accusations of juror manipulation and ineffective defense counsel. Prosecutors linked Joseph to unrelated crimes and individuals based on ethnic similarities, despite contradictory testimonies. This resulted in a harsh 20-year sentence, which many believe was influenced by racial prejudice.

Following his parole, Joseph has been transferred to a U.S. immigration detention facility. His potential deportation to Nigeria poses significant risks, as his family has faced continuous harassment and violence from various factions since his imprisonment.

These factions include former business associates and influential figures in Nigeria, who claim financial losses due to Joseph’s incarceration and are demanding restitution through intimidation and extortion.

Joseph’s family has suffered greatly, with reports of abduction, assault, and constant threats. His uncle was killed under suspicious circumstances linked to these threats, and his father passed away while Joseph was in prison. If Joseph returns to Nigeria, he is likely to face further retaliation and violence from these groups, exacerbated by the country’s current political and economic instability.

 

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