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EFCC, NAFDAC join forces against economic sabotage
“I am someone who believes in compliance. Without compliance you can’t get anywhere, the difference between the third world countries…
Internet fraud: 32 arrested in Bauchi, 2 jailed in Kaduna
The suspects were arrested in Sabon Kaura and Gwalameji areas of Bauchi, Bauchi State capital following credible intelligence that linked…
Seven Chinese, 4 Nigerian accomplices nabbed for illegal mining in Akwa Ibom
They were already engaged in illegal mining activities at their first location where they were mining ilmenite locally called ‘black…
Promo of doom: EFCC uncovers 12,000 youths in deadly scam ring selling Nigerians’ identities
These individuals, it said, reportedly offer Nigerians between N1,500 and N2,000 to surrender their NIN slips, BVNs, passport photos, and…
EFCC probes Phil-Olumba Sheila over failure to declare $14,567, £1030 at Lagos Airport
Also, the anti-graft agency said it has also begun investigation of a parcel containing one hundred and one trillion Zimbabwean…
Internet fraudsters jailed in Calabar, Kaduna
They forfeited all items used in committing the crimes to the Federal Government.
Ex-NHIS boss, Femi Thomas, BDC operator convicted of $2.198m fraud
Six of the counts against Thomas bordered on money laundering and transferring, in cash, proceeds of unlawful activities, contrary to…
Appeal Court affirms EFCC’s power to probe, prosecute cases of tax evasion
The Court also ruled that the Commission can extend its investigation of money laundering to tax evasion, being the predicate…
25 BUK students arrested for internet fraud
Items recovered during the operation include, mobile phones, laptops, internet routers and one Honda Accord car,” he said.
Court orders Suswam, ex-commissioner to open defence in alleged N3.1bn fraud
Suswam and Oklobia are standing trial on an 11-count amended charge bordering on conspiracy, money laundering and criminal breach of…
Court strikes out N12.3bn fraud charge against Oba Otudeko, others
Honeywell Group, in a statement signed by its General Counsel, Olasumbo Abolaji, welcomed the development, describing it as a reaffirmation…
Court stops EFCC from arresting businessman declared wanted for $1.9m fraud
The EFCC had on July 11 declared Tijjani wanted over allegations of conspiracy, obtaining money by false pretence, and laundering…
$9.6bn P&ID scandal: Surety for vanished Briton arrested, dragged to Court
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had earlier secured the order after Kadiri’s absence and Nolan’s disappearance from trial.
Court jails 15 Chinese for cybercrime in Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of 15 Chinese nationals for cyberterrorism and internet fraud…
How SunTrust Bank swapped $12m for Aisha Achimugu in 10 days- Witness
He said the transactions commenced on March 10, after he got a call from Aisha Achimugu, an oil magnate, who…
Seven jailed for internet fraud in Calabar
The defendants pleaded guilty to the charges when they were read to them, and in view of their pleas, prosecuting…
EFCC secures final forfeiture of Galaxy Hospital, N333m, 5 Petrol Stations, Lands
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured a final forfeiture of Galaxy Hospital, five petroleum filling stations and…
EFCC vows to appeal Fayose’s acquittal in N6.9bn fraud case
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced plans to appeal the judgment of the Federal High Court in…
Court orders final forfeiture of N335m, hospital, plots of land, 5 filling stations to FG
EFCC prayed the court to grant the final order, forfeiting the property in Schedules I and II to the Federal…
N326.4M, $480K, Luxury cars seized in massive Lagos bank fraud bust
Investigations revealed that Atus Homes Limited fraudulently received N681.2 million from 126 customer accounts, while Fav Oil & Gas Limited…
Rifle, exotic cars recovered as EFCC grabs 48 for internet fraud in Ogun
Other items recovered from the suspects, according to the statement, are five high-end cars, a motorbike, several mobile phones, laptop…
EFCC arraigns Nigerian man for impersonating white woman
“The defendant is a student and from a reputable family. The deponent of the affidavit is also in court and…
Unexplained wealth: EFCC pushes Nigerian lawmakers for action
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has urged the National Assembly to…
Chisom Obiazor, 4 family members docked for allegedly stealing N242m
EFCÇ alleged that Chisom, while employed by Just Kings and Real Kings Nigeria Ltd., stole goods worth N242.4 million.
Customs seizes $29,000 from travelers, hands over to EFCC
The suspect, two Indian male passengers about to travel to India with an Emirate Flight on Tuesday.
Kano man Ahmad Salisu under probe over undeclared $420,900, £5,825, others
Salisu was arrested by operatives of Nigeria Customs Service during a routine check on Monday, July 7, 2025 at the…
EFCC smashes alleged €49 million scam, arraigns two in Lagos Court
In another count, Sokari and Chukwuma were accused of being in possession of a forged document purportedly originating from the…
Court orders forfeiture of truck, consignment of solid minerals to FG
The Court said said the applicant convinced the court as to why the consignment in truck should be forfeited to…
Alleged 30bn fraud: EFCC presents video evidence against former Head of Service Oyo-Ita
The witness tendered the video recording of the confessional statements while being led in evidence by prosecution counsel Faruk Abdullahi…
Alleged ₦80.2bn fraud: EFCC kicks as Yahaya Bello seeks medical travel abroad
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, June 27, 2025, opposed an application filed by former Kogi State…