Nigerian Correctional Officer Charged With Official Oppression in Texas

A Nigerian correctional officer with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice has been arrested and charged with official oppression in the United States. Jonmorgan Obinna Onyekwere, 30, was booked into a county jail on October 12 after an arrest by the agency’s Office of Inspector General. He was held on a $5,000 bond. Authorities have not disclosed the circumstances behind the allegation. Under Texas law, official oppression involves a public servant knowingly misusing official authority to mistreat someone or interfere with their rights. The charge is generally a Class A misdemeanor, carrying up to one year in jail, a fine of up to $4,000, or both. Employment records show that Onyekwere has worked as a senior correctional officer since May 2021. The charge remains an allegation pending the outcome of the case.

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