Nigeria, March 28 -- By Archibong Jeremiah

A disturbing pattern emerges in the shadowy corridors of Cross River's judicial system - Magistrates abusing their power, turning justice into a commodity. The narrative unfolds with stark clarity as TheInvestigator delves into instances of judicial malpractice, revealing a system where justice is often for sale and the vulnerable are exploited for personal gain. From coerced payments for bail reviews to arbitrary fines and questionable judgments, this report sheds light on a system plagued by corruption and the erosion of trust.

On February 8, 2019, Mrs. Scholastica Bisong paid Mr. Isiaka Adeleke N1,855,000 for a Toyota Camry, 2009 model. When the car arrived she rejected it because it was a s...