The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Uyo Zonal Directorate, has arraigned Omereonye Solomon Chigozie, also known as Kolor Cabiek Ye, for alleged internet fraud amounting to $1,500.
In a statement on Monday, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale revealed that the suspect was arraigned on Thursday, March 20, 2025, on a two-count charge of impersonation, possession of fictitious messages, and obtaining money by false pretence through a fraudulent Facebook account.
Court Proceedings
Chigozie appeared before Justice Maurine A. Oyetenu of the Federal High Court in Uyo, where he pleaded not guilty to the charges.
One of the charges states that between 2019 and 2024, he fraudulently impersonated a foreigner on Facebook to defraud victims. The second charge accuses him of possessing and benefiting from proceeds of an unlawful act.
Following his plea, prosecution counsel Enobong Ubokudom requested a trial date and the suspect’s remand in a correctional facility. The defense counsel, Ikwere Davies, did not oppose the request.
Justice Oyetenu adjourned the trial to May 22, 2025, and ordered that Chigozie be remanded at the Uyo Correctional Centre.
Background
The EFCC disclosed that Chigozie was arrested on October 3, 2024, in Uyo, following credible intelligence on his suspicious online activities. Investigations revealed that he had been impersonating foreigners to defraud victims worldwide.
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