A UK-based Nigerian, Anthony Adewale Sobogun, has been slammed with a 28-year prison sentence for a series of chilling sexual offences against two children over a 15-year period.
The conviction, confirmed by the Metropolitan Police in a statement on Wednesday, followed a trial at the Inner London Crown Court where Sobogun was found guilty of 17 non-recent sexual abuse offences.
According to investigators, the crimes included repeated sexual intercourse with a girl under the age of 13 and rape of a child, committed between the 1990s and early 2000s. The victims, who knew the convict, endured years of abuse in silence.
The statement added, “While recounting her experience, one victim-survivor shared that Sobogun had accompanied her to an abortion clinic after she had fallen pregnant with his child.
“After hearing this, officers traced the medical records, which showed the procedure had taken place. They also reviewed counseling notes, which detailed the cycle of sexual abuse she had been subjected to.
“Sobogun was arrested in the early hours of 2 July 2025. He was later charged and convicted following a thorough investigation by officers who took a victim-led approach to build the trust of the victim-survivors, gathering evidence and allowing their voices to be heard in court.”
Detective Constable Charlotte Lockyer credited the conviction to the courage of the victims.
“The bravery of the victims in coming forward is what brought Sobogun to justice. It’s as a result of their courage in working with officers that this dangerous man has been jailed.
“Their bravery in the face of an abuser has stopped Sobogun from causing further harm to society. Today’s result shows that no matter when the abuse occurred, justice can still be secured,” the statement quoted.
In a powerful joint statement, the victims highlighted the hidden nature of such crimes.
“What has come to light is deeply distressing, but sadly, it is not an isolated situation. Abuse like this exists in many communities, often hidden by family, fear, silence, or stigma,” they said.
They also urged other victims not to remain silent.
“If you have experienced abuse, your voice matters, and you deserve to be heard, supported, and protected,” the statement added.
The police praised the victim-focused investigation, which included video-recorded interviews in specially designed suites to support sensitive evidence gathering. Authorities also acknowledged the role of the Crown Prosecution Service and prosecutor William Goss in securing the conviction.
