Tag: Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)
Court hands 8-year jail term to politician’s aide over ₦120m job scam
Justice F.E. Messiri convicted Yilkan on a two-count charge of obtaining money by false pretence, brought against him by the…
Ex-Benue Gov Suswam’s N3.1bn fraud trial suffers fresh delay after 10 years
The trial of former Benue State governor, Gabriel Suswam, over an alleged N3.1 billion fraud, has once again suffered a…
EFCC re-arraigns ex-Power Minister, Agunloye over Alleged $6bn fraud
The amended seven count charge was subsequently read to the defendant and Agunloye, however, pleaded not guilty to the amended…
EFCC claims yahoo boys responsible for Visa restrictions
Olukoyede stressed that crimes like that tarnish Nigeria's image which results in tighter restrictions for Nigerians who travel...
Former Army Properties boss disputes EFCC’s ₦246m forfeiture claim
Former Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited (NAPL), Umar Mohammed, is contesting the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC)…
PDP condemns Tambuwal’s arrest, alleges political witch-hunt
“We remain confident in Tambuwal’s integrity. No politically driven investigation can shake our belief in his leadership,” the statement concluded.
Seven jailed over stealing of N1bn from TajBank
The suspects had exploited a glitch in the TajBank's system to transfer the over N1 billion to various banks and…
EFCC withdraws case against Oba Otudeko, as business icon maintains integrity, institutions trust
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has formally withdrawn the 13-count charge filed before the Federal High Court in…
Ronchess Group issues public disclaimer on former consultant over alleged fraud, blackmail, and ongoing EFCC trial
Ronchess Global Resources Plc., a leading provider of traffic solutions, construction and procurement services in Nigeria, has issued a formal…
EFCC’s overreach: When an innocent pays for a crime not his own
Reform, transparency, and accountability must become the hallmarks of any institution entrusted with protecting financial and civil liberties, a standard…
Internet fraud: 20 jailed in Bauchi, Taraba
Their journey to prison began when the EFCC received petitions from some concerned Nigerians regarding their nefarious activities.
Mark Angel demands proof from EFCC over Verydarkman’s arrest
The comedian’s demand comes after the EFCC issued a press statement claiming that Verydarkman had ignored multiple invitations from the…
EFCC to release VeryDarkMan Tuesday
According to The Nation, plans are also underway to formally charge him in court on Thursday. A senior official of…
Counterfeit dollars: Trial of Lagos businessman Aluko Olabanji adjourned
When the case was mentioned for continuation of trial before the Easter vacation, the Economic and Financial Crime Commission's prosecutor…
EFCC arraigns man for failing to declare foreign currency at Lagos Airport
The defendant who was arraigned on the 15th of april 2025, was accused of a two-count charge of money laundering.