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Nigerian Judge Sentences Sextortionist to 76 Years for B.C. Teen’s Suicide

The decision follows a Nigeria-led trial supported by RCMP investigators that revealed how Adedayo coerced a 14-year-old into sharing intimate photos.

The RCMP logo is seen on the background for a news conference, in St. John's, Saturday, June 24, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
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Adedayo Olukeye, 26, is in custody in Nigeria facing 18 charges including child pornography, money laundering and retention of proceeds of unlawful activities.

Overview

  • Olukeye Adedayo was convicted on 18 counts, including child pornography distribution, attempted extortion by threats and money laundering, after pleading not guilty to all charges.
  • He received 18 concurrent prison terms totaling 76 years, though the longest single sentence is seven years for obtaining property under false pretences.
  • Authorities say Adedayo posed as a teenage girl online to coax a 14-year-old boy into sending intimate images and then used an Instagram account in the victim’s name to blackmail him.
  • Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission led the prosecution with support from an RCMP Serious Crime Unit sergeant who testified at trial.
  • The victim’s family urged parents to talk with their children about online safety and maintain open communication to help prevent similar tragedies.