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EFCC: 32 Convicted For Internet Fraud In Oyo

Ayobami OwolabibyAyobami Owolabi
March 13, 2025
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Several courts in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, have convicted 32 people for internet fraud.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibadan Zonal Directorate, prosecuted the convicts on separate one-count accusations involving impersonation and cybercrime.

Justices Ladiran Akintola, O.S. Adeyemi, K.B. Olawoyin, and G.A. Sunmonu of the Oyo State High Court, as well as Justice Nkeonye Maha of the Federal High Court, sentenced the fraudsters to various jail terms and community service on Wednesday.

EFCC: 32 Convincted For Internet Fraud In Oyo

Dele Oyewale, Head of Media and Publicity at the EFCC, announced this in a statement.

All of the convicted individuals entered guilty pleas to their charges and received the appropriate sentences, according to the EFCC.

The statement said, “Justice Olawoyin sentenced Olajide Peter to two years in prison with an option of a ₦500,000 fine, while Ayodeji got one year with a ₦250,000 fine. Justice Maha sentenced Abayomi to one-year imprisonment or a ₦250,000 fine.

“Justice Adeyemi imposed a one-year jail term on Oriyomi and Ibrahim without an option of fine, while Ayobami, Abdullahi, and Ayinde were sentenced to six months of community service each.

“Ojo, Mustapha, and Adebesin bagged three months of community service without an option of fine.

“Justice Akintola sentenced Oladimeji, Joseph, and Olaoluwa to one year imprisonment with an option of ₦50,000 and ₦150,000 fines, respectively. Adeniyi was handed a six-month jail term or a ₦150,000 fine, while Jelili was sentenced to six months of community service or a ₦150,000 fine.

“Michael and Olamide received three-month jail terms or a ₦50,000 fine each.

“Justice Sunmonu convicted Akinlosotu, sentencing him to three months of community service without an option of fine.

“In addition to their sentences, the convicts forfeited various items to the Federal Government, including cash, phones, and laptops.

“Also seized were vehicles linked to some of the convicts, including a green Toyota Camry (EPE-232-GU) from Oriyomi, a wine Toyota Camry (MUS-84-GU) from Ibrahim, a red Toyota Corolla (chassis number: 2T1BU4EE3AC495391) from Olaoluwa, a black Toyota Camry (MUS-683-HJ) from Adeniyi, and a golden Toyota Camry (chassis number: 411BE46KX8U203665) from Abdullahi.

“Furthermore, Ayobami was ordered to refund ₦2.5 million to his victim as restitution.”

The EFCC reaffirmed its resolve to crack down on financial crimes nationwide, including online fraud.

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Owolabi Ayobami is an emerging entertainment journalist, dedicated to delivering the latest scoop on Nollywood, music, and celebrity culture. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, he brings fresh insights and perspectives to the entertainment beat.

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