Ogun State Police have arrested Adewale Arojah, identified as the son of a prominent religious leader, for allegedly defrauding victims of over N18 million through an online scam.
The suspect is accused of impersonating a cleric on the social media platform Facebook to deceive individuals into transferring funds. The police stated that Arojah used the fake identity to gain the trust of victims, who believed they were interacting with a legitimate religious figure.
The arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies in Nigeria to combat cybercrime and financial fraud on digital platforms. The N18 million figure represents the total amount allegedly stolen from various victims during the period of the suspect's activities.
While the source material does not provide specific details on the timeline of the fraud or the exact number of victims, the police confirmed that the case is now under investigation. Authorities are expected to further examine the digital footprint of the suspect to determine the full extent of the criminal activity.
This incident highlights the growing prevalence of social media-based fraud in the region, where criminals exploit the anonymity and reach of online platforms to target vulnerable individuals. The Ogun State Police Command has not yet disclosed whether the suspect has been formally charged or the specific charges they face.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>