Scale of justice

Cybercrime/fraud

FRN vs Kayode Emmanuel Opeyemi

Humans

Kayode Emmanuel Opeyemi

Money bag

N500,000.00

Money bag

Case Summary
The accused was alleged to have been involved in some internet-related criminal activities.

Calendar

0
Year(s) case tried in court

Gavel

Case Update
In view of the defendant’s plea, the trial judge thereafter convicted and sentenced him to six months imprisonment without an option of fine. In addition, he forfeited his phone and the sum of N500,000.00 (Five Hundred Thousand Naira) being the tool and proceeds of his crimeto the Federal Government of Nigeria.

Court house

Hon. Justice Abimbola Awogboro
State High Court, Kwara

Legislation

ACJA/ACJL Compliance
(complied)

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Case Information
Kayode Emmanuel Opeyemi
Presiding Judge & Designated Court
Hon. Justice Abimbola Awogboro, State High Court, Kwara
Nature and Number of Charges
1-count charge bordering on impersonation, obtaining under false pretence, retention of proceeds of crime and internet fraud.
Date of 1st Arraignment
Jul 23, 2025
Summary of Case
The accused was alleged to have been involved in some internet-related criminal activities.
Defendant(s) and Plea entered on Arraignment
1. Kayode Emmanuel Opeyemi – Guilty
Defence Counsel(s)
No defence counsel
Prosecuting Agency
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission
Prosecutor(s)
No prosecutors recorded
Status of Case
Decided
Decision
Convicted
Length of Trial
0 year(s)
ACJA/ACJL Compliance
Complied
Court Decision
In view of the defendant’s plea, the trial judge thereafter convicted and sentenced him to six months imprisonment without an option of fine. In addition, he forfeited his phone and the sum of N500,000.00 (Five Hundred Thousand Naira) being the tool and proceeds of his crimeto the Federal Government of Nigeria.
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