56 Suspected Internet Fraudsters Arrested in Port Harcourt
In a major operation carried out by the Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), a total of 56 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud have been apprehended. The arrests were made at Rivtaf Golf Estate in Port Harcourt following an intelligence-led sting operation targeting various online scams and forgeries.
Since Bawa is from Ekiti, use your influence to truncate the investigation- Bagudu tells Fayemi
In a news that was published by the Sahara Reporters online this evenung, it was reported that according to the information that was obtained by the Justice and Equity Forum, which was shared with Sahara Reporters yesterday, Thursday, Governor Bagudu, has assured Fayemi that since the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Abdulrasheed Bawa, is from Ekiti State, he (Fayemi) could use his influence as the former Governor of the state to truncate the investigation.
Godwin Emefiele gets arrested over alleged scandal
Godwin Emefiele, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), was taken into custody by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of financial misconduct. The investigation was initiated following allegations of corruption and embezzlement of funds from the CBN, which had been raised by several whistleblowers.
Today's Headlines: Probe Buhari, others – CSO tells EFCC, Tinubu signs bill on judges’ retirement
Probe Buhari, others – CSO tells EFCC, ICPC Photo Credit: Daily Post Nigeria) A civil society organisation, Centre for Human Rights and Accountability Network, CHRAN, has called on anti-graft agencies, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), to probe the former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, over his role in the alleged fraudulent launch of Nigeria Air.
EFCC Arrests 52 Internet Fraudsters in Ogun State
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 52 suspected internet fraudsters in Ogun State. The arrests were made during sting operations conducted on June 7 and June 8, 2023, following intelligence received by the EFCC regarding the involvement of certain individuals in computer-related fraud within specific areas of Ogun State.
Twin Brothers, 26 Others Arrested By EFCC For Alleged Internet Fraud
Two identical twins, Takwan Potential and Takwan Peter, as well as 26 other people, have been arrested by EFCC agents from the Uyo Zonal Command for allegedly engaging in internet fraud in Calabar, Cross River State. Wilson Uwujaren, the EFCC's spokesman, revealed in a statement on Thursday that the suspects were arrested on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, as a result of reliable information connecting them to a suspected internet-related scam.
Student sentenced to clean EFCC premises for two weeks over internet fraud
The High Court in Gwagwalada, Nigeria has ordered a student, Istifanus Irmiya, to clean the premises of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for two weeks due to his involvement in internet fraud. The EFCC arrested Irmiya on two counts; cheating and personation.
Two individuals, Katsina State's Deputy Accountant General, prosecuted for defrauding N289 million
The Katsina State High Court has arraigned Saadu Maiwada and Sani Lawal BK on a five-count charge of conspiracy and criminal breach of trust. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) stated that the two defendants served as Sub Treasurer and Deputy Sub Treasurer respectively in the office of Accountant General of Katsina State, where they allegedly conspired and converted N289m from the coffers of Katsina State.
EFCC Prepares to File Charges Against Twin Suspects and 26 Others for Alleged Internet Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to charge a pair of twins and 26 others for alleged internet fraud in Calabar, Nigeria. The twins, Takwan Potential and Takwan Peter, were arrested alongside the other individuals in Cross River State due to credible intelligence linking them with suspected internet-related fraud.
Today's Headlines: Nigeria Air": Probe Buhari, Others -CSO Tells EFCC, ICPC, Subsidy: NAPPS Seeks Palliatives
Probe Buhari, Others -CSO Tells EFCC, ICPC Photo Credit: Daily Post A Civil society organisation, Centre for Human Rights and Accountability Network, CHRAN, has called on anti-graft agencies, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), to probe the former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, over his role in the alleged fraudulent launch of Nigeria Air.
EFCC Arrests Twins and 26 Others for Alleged Internet Fraud, Set to Charge Them in Court
According to Vangaurd News report, The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended a set of identical twins, Takwan Potential and Takwan Peter, along with 26 other individuals, on charges of suspected internet-related fraud. The arrests were made on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, following credible intelligence received by the EFCC.
If EFCC invites me, they will have to stay in Rivers state for 6 months- Nyesom Wike
Former Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike, has responded to potential future invitations from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after completing his two terms in office. During a media chat in Portage court, the state capital, Wike emphasized that he is not evading any financial agency.
EFCC Arrests 20 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Ilorin
Twenty suspects have been apprehended by the Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for their involvement in cybercrime-related offences. The Head of Media and Publicity of the commission, Wilson Uwujaren, announced this in a statement released to the press on Tuesday.
Edo State High Court Convicts 19 Internet Fraudsters
Justices Efe Ikponmwonba and M. Itsueli of the Edo State High Court, based in Benin City, has handed down convictions and prison sentences to 19 persons involved in internet fraud. The verdict was announced on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, and subsequently disclosed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) through their official Twitter handle, @officialEFCC, on Wednesday.
"What I Will Do If President Tinubu Calls To Give Me An Appointment" - Nyesom Wike Reveals
Nyesom Wike, the former governor of Rivers State in Nigeria, has made a statement regarding a potential invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) now that his two terms in office have ended. During a media chat in Port Harcourt, Wike emphasized that he has no intention of evading any financial agency.
EFCC: I said I am not going to run away from this state, how many governors can you see visible–Wike
Former Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike, has responded to the possibility of being summoned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the future, now that his two-term tenure as governor has ended. During a media chat in the state capital, Port Harcourt, Wike made it clear that he had no intention of evading any financial agency.
20 Suspects Arrested by EFCC in Ilorin for Cybercrime Offenses
According to Punch News, In a recent operation carried out by the Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), 20 suspects have been apprehended for their involvement in various cybercrime offenses. The announcement was made by the commission's Head of Media and Publicity, Wilson Uwujaren, in a statement released on Tuesday.
I Have Said It That If EFCC Invites Me, They Will Have To Stay In Rivers State For 6 Months -Wike
Nyesom Wike, the former governor of Rivers State in Nigeria, has made a statement regarding a potential invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) now that his two terms in office have ended. During a media chat in Port Harcourt, Wike emphasized that he has no intention of evading any financial agency.
Prosecute Sirika, Others Nigeria Air, APC Chieftain Tells EFCC
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Haruna Garus Gololo, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to prosecute former minister of aviation, Hadi Sirika, other officials involved in the controversial ‘launch’ of the Nigeria Air.
N5bn Suit: Somebody Has Been Breaching My Privacy On This Matter By Sending Me Messages - Judge
In the N5 billion lawsuit brought by the EFCC against Sen. Stella Oduah and others, Justice Inyang Ekwo of a Federal High Court in Abuja has admonished people sending him private messages to stop invading his privacy. During the Monday hearing on the topic, Justice Ekwo issued the warning.