Justice Olusola Adetujoye of the Oyo State High Court sentenced Olaniyan Gbenga Amos to 63 years in prison for multiple fraud charges. Amos, convicted alongside his company, Detorrid Heritage Investment Limited, faced 30 counts prosecuted by the EFCC. The court ordered him to pay restitution to victims. Source.
Amos had previously received a 75-year sentence for a similar offence, highlighting a pattern of defrauding investors. His fraudulent activities, disguised as investment schemes, caused losses exceeding N1 billion. This case reflects ongoing efforts in the Nigeria news landscape to combat financial crime.
Key Takeaways:
- Amos received 63 years for fraud; ordered to pay restitution.
- Conviction came after 8 witnesses and multiple exhibits.
- Previous 75-year sentence indicates a pattern of deceit.
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