A dramatic story of alleged seduction, hidden cameras, blackmail and eventual arrest has surfaced online, after a popular TikTok content creator was reportedly linked to an extortion operation targeting a wealthy Abuja businessman.
According to reports shared by Ijeoma TV on TikTok, the businessman, popularly addressed as Alhaji, allegedly connected with a male TikTok dancer who he expressed interest in and subsequently arranged to meet. Since the dancer insisted the meeting should take place in Owerri, the businessman reportedly sent him ₦200,000 for flight arrangements, after which they both lodged in a hotel.
Things allegedly took a dark turn when, unknown to the businessman, another young man was said to be hiding inside the hotel wardrobe secretly recording their intimate moments. The duo then allegedly confronted the businessman with the video and demanded $5,000 to avoid public exposure.
It was gathered that the businessman negotiated the sum to $2,000, which he paid before returning to Abuja. However, the alleged extortion reportedly continued weeks later when the suspects contacted him again demanding the balance of the initial $5,000, claiming the video was still in their possession. Under pressure, the businessman allegedly sent another $3,000.
Months later, the story allegedly escalated again when the suspects claimed that three other young men now had copies of the video and were demanding $1,000 each. The businessman then requested a physical meeting to “settle everything once and for all”.
Unknown to the suspects, the businessman contacted law enforcement before traveling back to Owerri for the arranged meeting. Upon arrival, as they allegedly confirmed possession of the compromising video, police operatives reportedly stormed the location and arrested all five suspects. Their phones were confiscated and they were subsequently detained.
It was further alleged that the case was tilted towards attempted kidnap, given the extortion pattern and circumstances surrounding the setup.
The case has reportedly led to their current detention pending full investigation.
As the shocking incident continues to generate reactions online, many Nigerians are expressing mixed opinions — ranging from morality debates to cautionary lessons on online relationships and extortion schemes.
This developing story serves as a reminder to the public to exercise caution in personal dealings, both online and offline.
Credit: Ijeoma TV (TikTok)
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