Suspected fraudster faces court over alleged $7,000 scam
A suspected Internet fraudster, Samson Onaolapo, has been arraigned before the Federal High Court in Lagos for allegedly defrauding victims of $7,000 through a romance scam. The police accused Onaolapo of impersonating an American citizen and obtaining money under false pretence. He pleaded not guilty to all charges. Justice Alexander Owoeye presided over the case.
What happened
- Samson Onaolapo was arraigned on four counts, including conspiracy, stealing, and impersonation.
- The prosecution alleged he used the email "ScothSparks@yahoo.com" to impersonate Scott Spark and defraud Patti Anna and Linda Morgan.
- The offences were said to have occurred between 2019 and 2024.
- The case was adjourned to May 27, 2026, for trial, with Onaolapo remanded in custody.
- Defence counsel Olalekan Ogunbunmi requested a short adjournment to file a formal bail application.
