EFCC Nabs 33 Individuals, Including 14 FUTA Students, for Alleged Internet Fraud

In a major crackdown on suspected internet fraud, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 33 individuals, including 14 undergraduates from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). The arrests were conducted by operatives from the Benin Zonal Command, who acted on intelligence and calls from concerned parents and neighbors. The suspects were…

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Illegal Arms Factory Uncovered in Plateau State, Nigeria

In a significant move against criminal activities in Plateau State, troops from Operation SAFE HAVEN under HAKORIN DAMISA IV discovered an illicit weapons manufacturing facility during a clearance operation in Pakachi Village, Mangu Local Government Area. Situated in a remote, mountainous terrain, the factory was clandestinely engaged in the production of illegal firearms. The operation…

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EFCC Declares Emefiele’s Wife,Three Others Wanted Over Alleged Financial Crimes

In a dramatic development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared Mrs. Emefiele, the wife of the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, along with three other individuals wanted. The accused, including Eric Odoh, Anita Omoile, and her husband, Jonathan Omoile, are allegedly involved in the illicit conversion of…

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EFCC Establishes Task Force to Tackle Dollarization, Currency Mutilation

In a proactive move to curb illegal dollar transactions and safeguard the stability of the local currency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has established a specialized team consisting of 7,000 individuals across its 14 zonal commands. This dedicated team is tasked with taking decisive action against individuals engaged in illicit activities related to…

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EFCC Nabs Pastor Over N1.3 Billion Fake Grants, Money Laundering

The General Overseer of Faith On The Rock Ministry International, Apostle Theophilus Oloche Ebonyi, has been apprehended by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving fake grants from the Ford Foundation, totaling N1.3 billion. Apostle Ebonyi allegedly exploited church members and unsuspecting Nigerians, including Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), by promoting…

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EFCC Recovers Over N30 Billion in Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs Money Laundering Probe

In a significant breakthrough, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly reclaimed over N30 billion linked to the alleged money laundering activities in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs. The funds were said to be part of the N37.1 billion transferred from government coffers to various bank accounts associated with contractor James Okwete during…

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