Nigerians React As Edo High-Court Sentences Nine-Fraudsters For Obtaining Money By False-Pretence (Full Details)

A High Court in Edo State has handed down convictions and sentences to nine individuals involved in internet fraud, commonly known as “yahoo yahoo,” for obtaining money through false pretence. The convicted individuals include Enogieru Larry Precious, Ideawor Anointed, Blessed Inlanaye, Collins Egha, Prince Adigbe, Ezekiel Ejiro Edowoyi, Jeffrey Osagbaroghamwen, Akpomiemie Aghogho, and Ogbame Kelly….CONTINUE READING

The convictions stem from charges brought against them by the Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to which they pleaded guilty upon arraignment. Each defendant faced separate charges related to obtaining money by false pretence.

Enogieru Larry Precious, for instance, was charged with possessing documents containing false pretence. The charge specified that he knowingly possessed such documents in Benin City, Edo State, on or about May 8th, 2024. The charge was brought under the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Fraud Related Offences Act, 2006.

Following their guilty pleas, the prosecution counsel, I. K. Agwai, Salihu Ahmed, and Ibrahim Faisal, urged the court to convict and sentence the defendants accordingly.

In response, Justice Efe Ikponmwonba handed down various jail terms to the nine suspects, marking a significant step in the fight against fraudulent activities in the state. This verdict underscores the seriousness with which the judiciary views such crimes and sends a clear message of deterrence to potential offenders.

Published By: Destiny.Jnr