In a disturbing development related to the ongoing alleged Jesam Micheal’s Afriq Arbitrage System (AAS) scandal, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Bwari Branch, has strongly condemned the recent physical attack on Mr. Maxwell Opara, a member of the branch’s executive, within the premises of the Federal High Court in Abuja.

In a statement released today, the NBA Bwari Branch expressed deep distress over the incident, describing it as a deplorable act of violence that strikes at the heart of justice and the rule of law.

“It is deeply distressing to witness an individual being subjected to physical harm and abuse, especially within the supposed sanctuary of justice,” said Akpomiemie Akpomiemie, Publicity Secretary of the NBA Bwari Branch. “Maxwell Opara, like all citizens, deserves the right to safety and security, particularly within the precincts of the legal system.”

The association called for swift and decisive action against the perpetrators, stating that such acts of violence are unacceptable and must be held accountable. “Perpetrators of violence must be held accountable for their actions to ensure that such incidents do not reoccur,” the statement read.

Expressing solidarity with Mr. Opara, the NBA Bwari Branch offered its support during this difficult time and urged relevant authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter to ensure justice is served.

“Violence has no place in our society, let alone within the halls of justice,” said Paul B. Daudu, Chairman of the NBA Bwari Branch. “We must all work together to create a safe and conducive environment for the administration of justice and the protection of all individuals within our legal system.”

The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of legal professionals within court premises, prompting calls for increased measures to prevent such occurrences in the future.

This incident comes on the heels of a report by Technext, a leading technology news outlet, which exposed Jesam Micheal’s AAS as a massive Ponzi scheme that has left investors from around the world poorer than they were before investing. The article, published on October 20, 2023, titled “How Jesam Micheal’s Afriq Arbitrage System scammed crypto investors globally,”detailed the elaborate scheme that promised a 63.5% return on investment monthly but has now disabled its withdrawal feature, leaving investors unable to access their funds for the past six months.

The attack on Mr. Maxwell Opara, who is believed to be involved in the legal proceedings against Jesam Micheal and his associates.