Chief James Ibori

Chief James Ibori is a Nigerian politician and former governor of Delta State, serving from 1999 to 2007. He is known for his influential role in Nigerian politics and the People's Democratic Party. However, Ibori's tenure was marred by corruption allegations. In 2012, he was convicted in the UK for money laundering and embezzlement, leading to a prison sentence. His case highlighted issues of political corruption in Nigeria and the challenges of governance. After serving time, he returned to Nigeria in 2016, where he remains a significant, albeit controversial, figure in the nation's political landscape.