Nigerian prophet’s son arrested for allegedly duping worshippers with fake prayers and prophecies

Nigerian man Adewale Ogoemi Arojah has been arrested in Ogun State for allegedly impersonating a well-known cleric on Facebook and duping worshippers through fake prayers and prophecies. The suspect, identified as the son of a prophet, was apprehended after allegedly using a duplicated Facebook account belonging to Prophet Dr. Muyiwa Akogun to deceive unsuspecting individuals.

The arrests came about following a report made to the police by Akogun on October 3, who had received numerous complaints from the public regarding fraudulent activities carried out using his Facebook profile. The police conducted extensive technological monitoring and intelligence-led analysis, which led them to Arojah, who was subsequently arrested in a village on the Ilaro-Ibogun axis.

During questioning, Arojah confessed to impersonating the cleric on Facebook and using his identity to provide fake prophecies and prayer services to people seeking spiritual assistance. The police investigation revealed that the suspect specifically targeted individuals visiting the real prophet's Facebook page for prayers and spiritual help, convincing them to send money for the supposed services.

It was discovered that the alleged scheme affected victims both in Nigeria and abroad, with the suspect reportedly collecting over N18 million (approximately GHS 160,000). The State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Abeokuta is now handling the case, with the investigation expected to determine the full extent of the fraud, identify additional victims, and establish if there were accomplices involved. The outcome of the investigation will determine the appropriate action and possible prosecution.