The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned a Lagos-based visa agent, Adediwura Adesina Stanley, for allegedly forging documents to secure a United Kingdom visa.
Stanley appeared before Justice I. Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court on March 11, 2026, in a suit marked ID/27584C/2026.
He faces charges of conspiracy, forgery, and the use of false documents under the Criminal Code Act and the ICPC Act 2000.
According to the ICPC, Stanley allegedly collaborated with two other individualsOlufemi Samuel Adewunmi and Oluwayemi Oyinkan to produce fake financial documents.
These included a corporate payslip and a United Bank for Africa bank statement, which were submitted to the United Kingdom Visas and Immigration as part of a visa application.
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Investigations revealed that the suspects manipulated employment records and fabricated salary details to make it appear that the visa applicant was employed in a reputable company and had sufficient funds for travel and stay in the UK.
The bank statement was also doctored to show inflated account balances and fictitious deposits, creating the illusion of strong financial backing.
The ICPC stated that the trio intentionally misled immigration officials by presenting these falsified documents as authentic, an act that constitutes forgery, conspiracy, and making false declarations to a public officer.
The agency described the offence as a serious violation that undermines Nigeria’s credibility and the integrity of international travel processes.
During the court proceedings, the prosecution, represented by Mrs. Yvonne Williams-Mbata, argued that Stanley posed a flight risk and could interfere with witnesses if released.
Despite this, Justice Ijelu granted bail in the sum of N10 million with two sureties in like sum. One surety must be a blood relative residing in Lagos State, while both must provide proof of livelihood, tax payment, and verified residential addresses.
The court also ordered Stanley to deposit his international passport with the registry and prohibited him from travelling outside Nigeria until the case is concluded.
Trial was adjourned to April 1, 2026.
ICPC spokesperson J. Okor Odey said the commission remains committed to combating document fraud and prosecuting offenders.
“Visa-related document forgery is a major focus of our enforcement efforts,” Odey said. “These crimes not only violate the law but also threaten the integrity of Nigeria’s international travel processes.
We will continue to investigate and prosecute anyone attempting to gain unlawful advantage through falsified documents.”
The ICPC noted that several similar cases have been successfully prosecuted in recent years, involving falsified financial statements, invitation letters, and other supporting documents used in fraudulent visa applications.
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