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Cybercrime/fraud

Jun 20, 2025

FRN vs Chisom Alex

Humans

Chisom Alex

Money bag

N250,000

Money bag

Case Summary
The accused was arraigned for using the Internet to fraudulently swindle unsuspecting Nigerians of their money.

Calendar

0
Year(s) case tried in court

Gavel

Case Update
The trial judge in his ruling stated that the accused had demonstrated remarkable remorse for the offence by refunding the respective victims and also saved the court’s precious time by pleading guilty. He therefore sentenced the convict to community service while warning him to steer clear of a life of crime.

Court house

Hon. Justice A. Enebeli
State High Court, Port Harcourt, Rivers

Legislation

ACJA/ACJL Compliance - not applicable

Case Information
Chisom Alex
Presiding Judge & Designated Court
Hon. Justice A. Enebeli, State High Court, Port Harcourt, Rivers
Nature and Number of Charges
2-count charge bordering on fraudulent receipt of property.
Date of 1st Arraignment
Jan 15, 2018
Summary of Case
The accused was arraigned for using the Internet to fraudulently swindle unsuspecting Nigerians of their money.
Defendant(s) and Plea entered on Arraignment
1. Chisom Alex –
Defence Counsel(s)
No defence counsel
Prosecuting Agency
Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission
Prosecutor(s)
No prosecutors recorded
Status of Case
Decided
Decision
Convicted
Length of Trial
0 year(s)
ACJA/ACJL Compliance
Not Applicable
Court Decision
The trial judge in his ruling stated that the accused had demonstrated remarkable remorse for the offence by refunding the respective victims and also saved the court’s precious time by pleading guilty. He therefore sentenced the convict to community service while warning him to steer clear of a life of crime.