Gistlover Blog Owner and Members Reportedly Arrested by Nigeria Police

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested the owner and key members of the notorious Gistlover Blog following a petition lodged by the Honorable and Doctor Mrs. Seye Oladejo.

The arrests are connected to charges of conspiracy, cyberstalking, and threats to life. The suspects—Adebukola Kolapo, Nnedum Michael Somtomchukwu, and Isaac Akpokighe—are part of a syndicate known as the Gistlover family.

Upon interrogation, the suspects confessed to their involvement, with Adebukola Kolapo playing a significant role in creating over 80 percent of the Gistlover pages. His digital footprint links him to criminal acts.
Adebukola, allegedly on the payroll of the platform, received perks such as cars and monetary incentives. He is accused of aiding in the laundering of funds acquired through illegal schemes.

The Gistlover Blog, known for its controversial and often malicious content, has been a source of concern for individuals who have fallen victim to cyberstalking and threats propagated by the platform. The arrests send a clear message that law enforcement agencies are actively monitoring and addressing cybercrimes, irrespective of the anonymity that the digital space often provides.

The case surrounding the Gistlover family underscores the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures and legislation to combat online crimes effectively. As society becomes more interconnected through digital platforms, it becomes imperative to establish stringent measures to protect individuals from the potential harms inflicted by those who misuse the internet for illegal purposes.

The arrests, connected to a case involving Conspiracy, Cyberstalking, and Threats to life, were made in collaboration with the police force’s spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.

The individuals in custody have been identified as Adebukola Kolapo, Nnedum Micheal Somtomchukwu, and Isaac Akpokighe, allegedly part of a syndicate known as Gistlover family.

The syndicate is reportedly responsible for operating the Gistlover blog, a microblogging platform infamous for engaging in Cyberstalking, incitement, Blackmail, and other illicit activities that have raised public concern over time.

According to the police statement, upon interrogation, the suspects confessed to their involvement in the conspiracy, aligning with the substantial evidence already in possession of the authorities.

Adebukola Kolapo, also known as Omo oba Gistlover, is said to have played a significant role in creating over 80 percent of the Gistlover pages leaving a digital footprint that links him to the commission of criminal acts.

It has been alleged that Adebukola, purportedly on the payroll of the platform, received perks such as cars and monetary incentives.

His responsibilities extended to scouting, editing, captioning contents, and specifically targeting the complainant, Hon. and Dr. Mrs. Oluseyi Oladejo, with cyberstalking posts.

Additionally, Adebukola is accused of aiding in the laundering of funds acquired through these illegal schemes using various means.

Digital forensic analysis led to the discovery of eight Gistlover pages, all reportedly created by Adebukola at the direction of the syndicate’s head.

The investigation also uncovered wallet addresses linked to money laundering activities.