A US court sentenced two Nigerian brothers, Samuel and Samson Ogoshi, to 17 years and six months in prison for their role in an online sex extortion scam that caused the tragic death of 17-year-old Jordan DeMay from Michigan. The brothers pretended to be a teenage girl on Instagram, lured DeMay into sending explicit images, and then demanded money, threatening to expose the photos to his friends and family if he didn’t comply.
Nigerian brothers online extortion
DeMay, a well-liked high school student, sent what money he could but warned the extortionists that he would end his life if they released the images. Instead of backing down, the brothers urged him on, pushing him to take his own life within hours of their interaction. DeMay’s mother, Jenn Buta, shared her grief in court, expressing the deep loss she felt.
The Ogoshi brothers targeted 38 other victims across the US, including 13 minors, using similar tactics. They admitted to pursuing the scheme for financial gain and apologized to DeMay’s family during the trial. Authorities tracked them to Lagos, Nigeria, and successfully extradited them for trial.
This case marks the first time the US has successfully prosecuted Nigerian nationals for sextortion. The sentencing highlights the rising issue of cyber extortion in Nigeria, where cybercriminals, often referred to as “Yahoo Boys,” engage in fraudulent schemes to earn a living.
Cybersecurity experts hope the case will serve as a deterrent to potential offenders. Meanwhile, Nigerian law enforcement continues its efforts to tackle these crimes.
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