Two men from Nairobi have been arraigned before the Milimani Law Courts for allegedly defrauding a woman of KSh 15 million in a fake cryptocurrency trading scheme.
The suspects, identified as Jesus Godoua Imedji, a foreign national, and Judith Mbatha Nzioka, a University of Nairobi student, are accused of obtaining 116,000 USDT (about KSh 15.3 million) from Tuyishime Grace under the pretext of helping her trade on the Binance platform.
They both denied the charges of conspiracy to defraud and obtaining money by false pretences.
🚨 Prosecution vs Defence
The prosecution opposed bail, arguing that the suspects posed a flight risk and might interfere with witnesses.
However, their lawyer maintained they were students with fixed residences and had cooperated with investigators.
The court scheduled a bail ruling for May 28, 2025.
💡 What the Case Reveals
The case highlights the rising trend of cryptocurrency-related scams in Kenya. Authorities have warned the public against dealing with unverified individuals promising quick profits from online trading platforms.
If found guilty, the two could face long jail terms and be ordered to refund the stolen amount.
