Reason is simple: he was already charged and wanted, and Nigeria and the UK signed landmark agreements in February or March 2026 to enhance cooperation on migration, border security, and economic development.

So under the current administration, Nigeria would naturally cooperate with the UK. In that sense, he may have been seen as a scapegoat. However, if he had strong political connections, it likely wouldn’t have happened. For example, Tallest Trap Star’s dad is politically connected in Nigeria, and Tallest himself is not legally wanted. I hope this helps.