A 33-year-old Nigerian national, Segun Ogundipe, has been sentenced to five years imprisonment in the UK for the rape and sexual assault of a woman in Gloucester. This comes just days after another Nigerian, Elvis Nosakhare, received a six-year sentence for assaulting his girlfriend’s underage daughter.
Key Details of the Case:
✔ Crime Timeline:
- Met the victim at her workplace and lured her under false pretenses
- Made unwanted sexual advances during an evening out
- Drove her to his home, where he assaulted and raped her
- Continued inappropriate touching despite her pleas
✔ Arrest & Trial:
- Police intervened during a routine stop, noticing the victim’s distress
- Ogundipe falsely claimed consent in court—jury rejected his defense
- Judge sentenced him to 5 years + deportation
✔ Victim’s Impact Statement:
- Left her job due to trauma
- Struggled with self-worth and fear of social interactions
- Urged other survivors to speak out
Why This Matters
• Global Accountability: Nigerian offenders abroad facing harsh penalties
• Survivor Advocacy: Highlights importance of reporting assaults
• Legal Precedent: Reinforces UK’s strict stance on sexual crimes
What Next?
→ Deportation Process: Ogundipe to be expelled after prison term
→ Ongoing Cases: UK police encourage more survivors to come forward
→ Awareness Push: Nigerian diaspora groups may address rising cases
