A 61-year-old Nigerian man living in the UK has been sentenced to 28 years in prison for sexually abusing two children over a period that spanned more than a decade.
According to report, Anthony Adewale Sobogun was found guilty of 17 serious offences, including rape and repeated sexual activity with a girl under the age of 13.
The crimes took place between the 1990s and early 2000s, according to the Metropolitan Police.
Investigators said the victims knew Sobogun, and that the abuse went on for years. In one disturbing account shared in court, one of the victims said he even accompanied her to an abortion clinic after she became pregnant.
Police later confirmed the claim through medical records and counselling notes, which detailed the extent of the abuse.
Sobogun was arrested in July 2025 and later convicted after what authorities described as a careful, victim-focused investigation.
Officers said building trust with the survivors was key to gathering the evidence needed to secure the conviction.
Detective Constable Charlotte Lockyer credited the outcome to the courage of the victims, saying their willingness to come forward ultimately brought Sobogun to justice and prevented further harm.
In a joint statement, the victims described the case as painful but important, noting that abuse like this often goes unreported because of fear, shame, or stigma.
They encouraged others in similar situations to speak up, stressing that it’s never too late to seek justice.
Authorities also praised the handling of the case, highlighting the use of sensitive interview techniques and support systems designed to help survivors share their experiences safely.
