NAFDAC impersonation fraud conviction as Lagos woman jailed for posing as official in visa scam and fined with option of payment
Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos State, has convicted and sentenced a Lagos-based woman, Remilekun Temitope Balogun-Okedeyi, to one year imprisonment for impersonating an official of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control in a visa-related fraud scheme.
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The ruling, delivered on 14 April 2026, followed prosecution by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, which accused the defendant of using false identity claims to facilitate a fraudulent visa operation.
According to court proceedings, the case stemmed from a petition by the British Deputy High Commission, which raised concerns over suspicious activities linked to international travel documentation and alleged racketeering.
Investigators told the court that Remilekun Temitope Balogun-Okedeyi falsely presented herself as a NAFDAC official in order to gain credibility and deceive targets involved in the visa process.
During trial, the ICPC presented evidence showing that the defendant knowingly misrepresented her identity and benefited financially from the scheme.
She later pleaded guilty to the amended charge, which expedited the court’s decision.
A prosecution witness detailed how the fraudulent network operated, explaining the role impersonation played in misleading relevant authorities and victims connected to the visa arrangement.
In her judgment, Justice Mojisola Dada sentenced the convict to one year imprisonment, with an option of a ₦500,000 fine.
The court also ordered her to perform community service within court premises and enter into a bond of good behaviour.
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The case highlights ongoing efforts by anti-corruption agencies to clamp down on identity fraud and schemes exploiting public institutions for financial gain.
Mariam Balogun is a contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
