The Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency (OYACA) has secured the conviction of Mr. Wahab Nasiru Olabanji for fraudulently collecting money from unsuspecting job seekers under the guise of securing employment for them.
Olabanji, a Grade Level 14 officer and former Chief Executive Officer (Accounts) at the Oyo State Hospital Management Board, was found guilty of extorting various sums from applicants during the last recruitment exercises at both the State Hospital Management Board and the State Teaching Service Commission.
In a press release signed by OYACA Chairman, Hon. Justice Eni Esan (rtd), on Tuesday, it was revealed that the convict was charged with a 30-count charge bordering on official corruption, obtaining money under false pretence, and unlawful conversion.
Following a 17-month trial, the court delivered its judgement on Friday, August 1, 2025, finding Olabanji guilty on all counts. He was sentenced to six months imprisonment with an option of a ₦50,000 fine for each of the 30 counts.
The court further ordered the convict to refund all monies fraudulently collected from his victims within a three-month period, as restitution for the harm caused.
Justice Esan reaffirmed OYACA’s unwavering commitment to eradicating corruption from Oyo State’s public service, emphasizing that there will be no tolerance for fraudulent practices.