Edo Police Nab TikTok's 'Madam Oil Rice' for Kidnap Staging

The Edo State Police Command has arrested popular Benin-based TikTok content creator, Osarobo Omoyemen, widely known by her online moniker, 'Madam Oil Rice'.

Omoyemen was apprehended following a detailed investigation into allegations that she fabricated her own kidnapping. According to police reports, the creator allegedly orchestrated the elaborate hoax solely with the intention of dramatically boosting her social media engagement and follower count across platforms.

The Edo State Police Command confirmed that the motive behind the alleged staged abduction was to generate traffic and gain followers, an increasing trend where individuals resort to extreme measures for digital notoriety.

The arrest of the viral personality has sent ripples through the Nigerian social media landscape, highlighting the intense pressure and questionable tactics some influencers employ to maintain relevance and visibility.

Osarobo Omoyemen is currently in police custody as the investigation continues into the specifics of the alleged staged incident.