Police operatives in Ogun State have arrested Adewale Ogoemi Arojah for allegedly impersonating Prophet Dr. Muyiwa Akogun on Facebook and defrauding several victims of over ₦18 million. The suspect was arrested in Ajegunle, along the Ilaro/Ibogun axis of Ogun State, following a complaint filed by Akogun on October 3, 2026. According to the police, Arojah cloned Akogun's Facebook identity and used it to lure unsuspecting members of the public with promises of prayers, prophecies, and spiritual assistance.
The spokesperson for Ogun Police Command, Oluseyi Babaseyi, stated that Arojah, allegedly the son of a prophet, was traced to a village in Ajegunle after the police received complaints from members of the public about fraudulent activities being carried out through a duplicated Facebook account bearing Akogun's identity. Acting on the complaint, the Divisional Police Officer, Ilaro, deployed intelligence and detective operatives to track the suspect, leading to his arrest.
During interrogation, Arojah confessed to impersonating Akogun on Facebook and admitted using the cleric's identity to issue fake prophecies and offer prayer services to people seeking spiritual help. Preliminary investigations showed that the suspect targeted people seeking spiritual assistance through Akogun's genuine Facebook platform, gained their confidence, and subsequently collected money from them.
The police put the total amount allegedly obtained from the victims at over ₦18 million. Babaseyi stated that the suspect has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta, for further investigation. The investigation aims to determine the full extent of the alleged fraud, establish whether other people were involved, and prepare the case for possible prosecution.
Ogun Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the Ilaro operatives for their vigilance, tactical discipline, and swift response. He reaffirmed the Command's commitment to tackling cybercrime, identity theft, and other forms of criminal activity in the state. The police also urged members of the public to be wary of fraudulent social media accounts allegedly belonging to religious leaders and other public figures.
The Ogun Police Command advised citizens to verify the authenticity of social media accounts before engaging with them or transferring money for prayers, spiritual remedies, or other services. This caution comes as the police continue to investigate Arojah's activities and determine the extent of his alleged fraud. The suspect's arrest demonstrates the police's efforts to combat cybercrime and protect the public from falling victim to online scams.
The case highlights the need for vigilance and caution when interacting with social media accounts, especially those claiming to offer spiritual assistance or services. The police's swift response to the complaint and arrest of the suspect demonstrate their commitment to tackling cybercrime and protecting the public. Further investigation is ongoing to determine the full extent of the alleged fraud and to bring all parties involved to justice.
Key points
- The suspect, Adewale Ogoemi Arojah, allegedly impersonated Prophet Dr. Muyiwa Akogun on Facebook, defrauding victims of over ₦18 million.
- The police arrested Arojah in Ajegunle, Ogun State, following a complaint filed by Akogun on October 3, 2026.
- The investigation aims to determine the full extent of the alleged fraud and establish whether other people were involved.
