Internet fraud: Nigerian scammer 'pulls off $1m heist' from prison

From bbc.com

This is a case that has shocked many Nigerians: how a convict serving time at the country's foremost maximum security prison was allegedly able to operate freely. Many believe that Aroke could have pulled off his alleged exploits only with the help of corrupt prison officials. Illicit proceeds make internet fraudsters in Nigeria wealthy and they could easily bribe vulnerable prison officials who are poorly paid. So far, no-one has been suspended even though it is a major breach of security. The anti-corruption agency, which put Aroke behind bars, has called it a "riddle" and has promised a thorough ... (full story)