Ado-Ekiti house agent nabbed for gambling client’s ₦225K rent on Bet9ja virtual game
An house agent, identified as Olamilekan Olaitan from the Odo Ado area of Ado-Ekiti, has landed in trouble after allegedly diverting a client’s ₦225,000 meant for rent into online gambling, Bet9ja.
According to reports, Olaitan collected the money under the pretense of securing accommodation but failed to deliver any property.
Upon interrogation by the Estate, Rent & Commission Agents Association of Nigeria (ERCAAN) task force, he confessed to using the entire sum to play Bet9ja Virtual games.
The ERCAAN task force acted swiftly, apprehending the suspect and subjecting him to public disciplinary measures.
His actions have been widely condemned, with the association warning others involved in similar dishonest dealings to desist or face similar consequences.
The case has now been handed over to the police for further investigation and prosecution in accordance with the law.
