Suspected Internet Fraudster Arraigned for $7,000 Romance Scam in Lagos Court
Samson Onaolapo, known as a "Yahoo Boy," was arraigned in a Federal High Court in Lagos for allegedly perpetrating a $7,000 romance scam. The prosecution accused him of using email impersonation to defraud two victims.
The defense denied the charges, and the case was adjourned to May 27, 2026, for trial. The court ordered Onaolapo to be remanded in custody pending further proceedings.
His defense counsel requested a short adjournment to file a formal bail application on his behalf.
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