The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a suspect identified as Ayomide for allegedly collecting money from victims under the false pretense of processing visas on their behalf. The arrest was confirmed by the police spokesperson, who stated that preliminary investigations revealed Ayomide received funds under the pretext of facilitating visa applications.
Suspect in Custody, Cooperating with Investigators
The police spokesperson confirmed that Ayomide is currently in police custody and has already made useful statements to investigators. The command is actively working to identify any accomplices who may have been involved in the scheme, and efforts are underway to determine whether there are additional victims beyond those already identified.
According to the spokesperson, Jimoh, Ayomide will be charged in court once investigations are complete. The police have not disclosed the exact amount of money collected from the victims or the number of individuals affected so far.
Pattern of Visa Fraud in Ogun State
This arrest is not an isolated incident. In November, the Ogun State Police Command arrested a woman, Elizabeth Thamson, for allegedly defrauding three people of N8.5 million by claiming she could help them secure Canadian work visas. That arrest followed a public warning by the command about the rising number of online fraud schemes in the state, including fake dating sites, travel and visa scams, and other methods used to swindle unsuspecting members of the public.
Legit.ng has previously reported on the growing wave of visa-related fraud cases across Nigeria, with many victims losing significant sums to individuals posing as travel agents or visa consultants. The police urge residents to verify the credentials of any individual or agency offering visa services and to report suspicious activities to the authorities.
Related Incident: Kidnapping Suspects Arrested in Bauchi
In a separate development, the Bauchi State Police Command arrested two men suspected of helping kidnappers attack a resident of Gwanar Dutse Village in Alkaleri Local Government Area. Police spokesperson SP Nafiu Habib confirmed the arrests as part of the command's broader drive to tackle kidnapping and violent crime across the state.
According to Habib, a group of armed men broke into the home of a 46-year-old man at around 5 a.m. on July 31, 2026, with the intention of abducting him. The suspects were apprehended following a thorough investigation, and they are currently assisting the police with their inquiries.
Public Advisory and Next Steps
The Ogun State Police Command advises residents to be cautious when dealing with individuals or agencies promising visa processing services. They recommend verifying credentials through official channels and avoiding upfront payments to unverified sources.
As investigations continue, the police are committed to bringing all those involved in fraudulent activities to justice. The command also encourages victims of such scams to come forward and report their experiences to aid in the ongoing investigations.
