Nigerian Judge Sentences Man to 76 Years for Sextorting B.C. Teen’s Death
A Nigerian judge sentenced Olukeye Adedayo to 76 years for sextorting a British Columbia teen who died by suicide. The charges included child pornography and extortion. Adedayo set up an Instagram account in the teen’s name to distribute intimate images, leading to the boy’s tragic demise.
In a significant ruling, a Nigerian judge has convicted Olukeye Adedayo for his role in the tragic case of financial sextortion involving a teenager from Surrey, British Columbia. Adedayo has been sentenced to a total of 76 years in prison after being found guilty of 18 charges, which include possession and distribution of child pornography, as well as attempted extortion and money laundering. This sentencing brings some measure of justice following the boy’s death, which occurred in 2023 after he became a victim of online exploitation.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of Nigeria announced in a series of social media updates that the conviction stemmed from Adedayo’s actions of creating an Instagram account in the name of the 14-year-old boy. According to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the teenager mistakenly believed he was sharing intimate images with a girl during a brief online interaction. It is clear that this incident had devastating impacts on his life.
Despite the severity of the charges, Adedayo maintained his innocence and pleaded not guilty. However, the evidence presented included testimonies from law enforcement officials, notably a sergeant from the RCMP Serious Crime Unit. Ultimately, the court’s decision was unanimous in convicting him of all counts, an outcome that the EFCC hopes will serve as a deterrent against such online crimes.
It is important to note that while Adedayo received 18 sentences, they will run concurrently, meaning the longest single term he faces is likely to be seven years, due to four counts connected to obtaining property under false pretenses. This conviction sheds light on the urgent issues of cybercrime and its devastating consequences, particularly among vulnerable youths who navigate the digital landscape.
The conviction of Olukeye Adedayo highlights the serious nature of financial sextortion, particularly as it affects young individuals vulnerable in online spaces. This grim case underscores the critical need for awareness and safeguards to protect teenagers from similar predicaments. The sentencing, although recognizing Adedayo’s extensive wrongdoing, raises questions about the effectiveness of consecutive sentencing in deterring further crimes.
Original Source: www.castanet.net
