Nollywood actress Biola Bayo has expressed gratitude to God for a year marked by His blessings, following the pardon of Segun Olowookere, a man previously sentenced to death for poultry theft, by Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke.
Biola Bayo shared how the release of Segun Olowookere was made possible through the intervention of Governor Adeleke, who is the uncle of singer Davido, along with the support of other compassionate Nigerians.
For stealing a fowl in Osun State, Segun received a death by hanging sentence and reportedly served 14 years in prison.
The actress expressed her gratitude to Ademola Adeleke and everyone who helped secure Segun’s freedom in a video, saying that the Lord blessed her year with His goodness.
She said that she and Segun were just coming out from Kirikiri correctional centre in Lagos. The role interpreter thanked everyone for their love and support.
According to Biola, Segun is a very good guy and she got testimonies of his good behaviour at the correctional centre. She said no interviews for him for now and anyone who wants to support him can reach out to her and she will give them his parents’ contact.
The movie star said she wants Segun to be a better person in the society and get a job. She also thanked everyone who ensured that Segun was released especially Governor Ademola Adeleke, who granted him pardon
Segun’s parents were filled with gratitude to Biola Bayo for helping them to secure the release of their son. The actress further engaged in a conversation with other people in the video.
Watch the video below:
Reactions as Segun Olowookere regains his freedom
We has compiled some of the reactions to Segun Olowookere release below:
@mo_bimpe: “Aunty Biola you’re doing a great job. Well done ma.”
@dorlapoh: “You are awesome. God has indeed crowned your efforts this year with great success.”
@everythingfurniture.ng: “Thank you, Jesus. He doesn’t even look like someone in the correctional center. God bless him for this generation
@asabi__akewi: “He looks so much like his mum. All glory belongs to GOD in heaven.”
@eko_kitchenproducts: “The years the locust has eaten will be greatly rewarded with supernatural increase and speed for you in Jesus’ name, Amen. And please take care of your parents.”