By Peter John
A Nairobi businesswoman has been summoned to appear before the Milimani Law Courts over allegations of defrauding a fellow investor Ksh 3 million in a fake cryptocurrency deal.
According to court documents, the accused, Lillian Akinyi Ouma, allegedly obtained the money from Sharon Annastasia Nyayieka between October and December 2024 by falsely presenting herself as a cryptocurrency trader. Investigators claim Ouma convinced the complainant to invest in what turned out to be a non-existent crypto venture, resulting in the loss of the entire amount.
The prosecution told the court that the alleged fraud, which amounted to Ksh 3,000,000, was committed under false pretences.
When the case came up for mention on November 4, 2025, Ouma failed to appear, prompting the magistrate to issue summons compelling her to attend the next session on November 10, 2025, when she is expected to take a plea.
The matter is being handled by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), with Enkelemu Ewomazino and Corporal Lillian Muthama from Railways Police Station listed as key witnesses.
Court sources indicate that prosecutors are preparing to present digital and financial evidence linking Ouma to the alleged fraudulent transaction.
The case continues before the Milimani Law Courts.
