Tag: efcc
Internet fraud: 21 jailed in Ibadan
All the defendants pleaded “guilty”, causing the prosecution counsel, Modupe Akinkoye, Sanusi Galadanchi, Lanre Suleiman, Mabas Mabur, Shamsudeen Bashir, Umar…
Kaduna PDP chieftain, 1 other docked for N26m money laundering, vote buying
The suspects were arrested on August 16, 2025, following credible intelligence that indicated that they are in possession of the…
FIRS applauds EFCC’s role in meeting revenue target
Speaking further, Adedeji stated that, “Our visit is to commend you for your support and the second phase is to…
EFCC declares Lagos real estate mogul, ‘Sujimoto’ wanted for money laundering
The anti-graft agency urged anybody with information on whereabouts of Sujimoto to contact any of its offices around the country.
EFCC declares ex-Abia commissioner wanted
EFCC has declared a former Abia State Commissioner, Christopher Enweremadu, and one Fortune Ozoemela wanted over a web of conspiracy,…
EFCC smashes ₦2bn Ponzi empire, arrests Gavice Logistics boss
By Kazeem Ugbodaga The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Ahamba Tochukwu, Chief Executive Officer of Gavice Logistics…
Two brothers, 10 others jailed for internet fraud in Benin
They were arrested by operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC, following credible intelligence that exposed their fraudulent…
Lagos man Innocent Ochuko jailed for Bitcoin investment scam
EFCC said he assumed a fictitious name, Exxes, from the United States of America through which he was able to…
Atiku’s son-in-law breaks silence amid EFCC arrest claims
Bashir Abdullahi Haske, son-in-law of Atiku Abubakar, has challenged claims by the EFCC that he is dodging arrest, revealing that…
Lagos mortgage banker Gbajabiamila jailed 20 years for property fraud
He pleaded "not guilty" to the charges when they were read to him, leading to a full trial.
EFCC storms Uyo, nabs seven in early morning internet fraud bust
Oyewale said that the suspects would be charged to court by the EFCC as soon as investigations are concluded
Viral matchmaking video lands dismissed EFCC staff in fresh trouble
Folarin, who was identified during a TikTok live session on Lege Miami’s dating platform, sparked reactions from viewers who questioned…
EFCC boss orders arrest of ‘officer’ who appeared on Lege Miami show
Oyewale, in the statement noted that Folarin, who was employed as driver by the Ibadan Directorate of the EFCC was…
Crypto Scam: EFCC seeks testimonies from CBEX victims
The anti-graft agency, in a statement on Friday, said victims should report to at its zonal offices in Ibadan and…
Presidency backs EFCC on Atiku’s son-in-law hunt
The Presidency has backed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over its declaration of Abdullahi Haske, son-in-law of Atiku…
Internet fraud: Four Obasanjo Library suspects, 7 others jailed
Two of the suspects also agreed to refund N150,000 and N1 million each to their victims.
Hajj scandal deepens as EFCC grills top officials
(EFCC) has taken two senior officials of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) into custody over yet another brewing…
ICT consultant Umar Abdullahi docked for alleged N131.8m, $200,000 fraud
Abdullahi, who was arraigned by the Ilorin Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is being prosecuted on four-court…
Scam Alert: FG denies authorizing sale of 753 seized houses
The company had reportedly sent out letters and proposals to people and organizations, asking them to buy an “expression of…
Pump action rifle recovered as EFCC grabs 47 for internet fraud in Benin
Other items recovered from the suspects to include, six vehicles, mobile phones and laptop computers.
EFCC grills 5 suspects over illegal mining of ‘black sand’ in Uyo
EFCC said they were arrested on August 13 2025 while conveying 1,200 bags of Ilmenite in a truck without authorization
Airport Drama: EFCC charges female traveller over undeclared $14,567
She was subsequently arraigned in court on July 24, 2025 on a three-count charge, bordering on failure to declare the…
EFCC set to arraign ‘internet fraudsters’ nabbed at hotel inside Obasanjo’s library
Following the recent arrest of no fewer than 93 individuals suspected of engaging in internet-related criminal activities, the Economic and…
Obasanjo Library gives EFCC seven days to pay ₦3.5bn or face Court showdown
Ortese accused the EFCC and Nigeria Police Force of acting with “malice” against both the institution and its chief promoter,…
Just in: EFCC grants Tambuwal bail after N189bn probe
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has granted administrative bail to former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aminu Tambuwal, following…
EFCC investigates Duru Damian over failure to declare $59,000 at Lagos Airport
The suspect, who was scheduled to travel on Emirates Airline to Dubai, claimed he had only $10,000
Nigerian claiming to be American recruiter Mike Samorano jailed
He was arrested with an iphone 15 promax, which he broke upon sighting the EFCC operatives.
EFCC hits back at Atiku, ADC over Tambuwal’s arrest: ‘No Sacred Cows!’
The ADC labeled the EFCC’s actions as “politically motivated,” claiming, “Opposition Coalition have received EFCC summons that are clearly politically…
Atiku explodes: Tinubu using EFCC as political weapon to crush opposition ahead 2027
The former vice president highlighted a disturbing trend where opposition figures face corruption allegations, only for their cases to be…
Breaking: EFCC arrests ex-Sokoto gov Tambuwal
Former Sokoto State governor, Senator Aminu Tambuwal, is currently answering tough questions at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial…