Dozens Convicted in Internet Fraud Cases by Courts in Oyo, Ogun States

In a recent development, courts in Oyo and Ogun states have delivered verdicts against 37 individuals involved in internet fraud-related activities.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) revealed that these convictions came after the defendants pleaded guilty to one-count charges of internet fraud, following arraignments between November and December.

The EFCC, responsible for their arrests and subsequent legal proceedings, detailed that sentences varied from jail terms to community service. Additionally, these convicted individuals were directed to make restitution to their victims and forfeit seized assets to the Nigerian government.

The list of those convicted includes Aladelusi Temitope Matthew, Akinade Abimbola Oluwaseun, Gbenga Musbau Adebayo, among others, each tried across different courts in Oyo and Ogun states.

The courts presiding over the cases included the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan, the Federal High Court in Ibadan, and the Ogun State High Court in Abeokuta.

These legal entities handed down varied sentences, with some receiving one-year imprisonment, while others were mandated to perform community service ranging from one to six months.

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The EFCC, in shedding light on the gravity of the charges, highlighted instances of fraudulent activities, such as selling hacked Facebook accounts and misrepresentation aimed at defrauding unsuspecting individuals.

Dele Oyewale, the spokesperson for the EFCC, emphasized the significance of these convictions in the fight against cybercrime. He reiterated the importance of justice for victims impacted by fraudulent schemes and stressed the agency’s commitment to curbing such illegal activities.

The convictions underscore a concerted effort to clamp down on internet-based fraud, and they signal a significant stride in holding accountable those engaging in such criminal practices.