Nigeria's EFCC conducted a sting operation in Karu, Abuja, arresting 31 suspected internet fraudsters at an alleged 'yahoo academy' and recovering electronic devices.

The Executive Chairman of Nigeria's EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, delivered an Easter message in Abuja, stating that corruption will not define the nation and will be overcome.

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A Nigerian senator has launched books detailing his experiences with an EFCC trial and governance, coinciding with his 70th birthday celebration in Abuja.

Abubakar Peters, the chief executive of Nadabo Energy, has been re-arraigned on charges related to a N1.4 billion fuel subsidy fraud case that originally began in 2012.

The Chairman of Nigeria's EFCC announced that the agency intervened to prevent a contractor from installing fake transmission lines, averting a potential disaster.

A hearing in the N152 million EFCC Oak Homes property dispute case was stalled after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission failed to serve its final written address.

Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his family were forcefully evicted from their Abuja residence by the EFCC despite an ongoing forfeiture court case, with Malami previously criticizing the EFCC's presence as 'political intimidation' while the commission defended its actions as a court order execution.

Former Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami has labeled the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) raid on his residence as 'political intimidation' after operatives marked his property following a court order.

Nigeria's EFCC is investigating a suspected fake visa agent in Enugu for allegedly defrauding three victims of N20 million in a visa scam.

Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, has invited anti-graft agencies like the EFCC and ICPC to probe federal road projects under his ministry, aiming to ensure transparency and accountability.

Three individuals have been convicted and sentenced by the Kaduna State High Court for social media fraud conducted on Facebook and TikTok, following an investigation by the EFCC.

The Chairman of Nigeria's EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, advised students in Enugu to reject internet fraud and instead focus on acquiring valuable digital skills for a successful future.

The chairman of Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has advocated for a robust whistleblower protection law, noting that few ECOWAS countries currently have such legislation.

A Lagos-based mining firm has petitioned Nigeria's EFCC, alleging the unlawful seizure of its truck and goods, along with repeated harassment and detention of its employees.

Ex-Jigawa governor Sule Lamido and his sons face fresh arraignment on April 1 in the N1.35bn Lamido fraud case filed by the EFCC.

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Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested an Edo traditional ruler on allegations of fraud and disrespecting the people, as well as usurping the Edo State government's constitutional powers.

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Peiyuan Niu, a Chinese national, wanted in connection with an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence.

EFCC believes the funds are proceeds of unlawful activities linked to former Governor Bello. The post Yahaya Bello’s Trial: Witness testifies on N650 million suspicious payments for Abuja property appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Emefiele's co-defendant Mr Omoile told the court the circumstances under which he wrote statements. The post Alleged $4.5bn Fraud: Emefiele’s co-defendant admits lying in EFCC statement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

EFCC accused Mr Malami, his wife, and son of conspiring to conceal, disguise and retain about N8.7 billion proceeds of unlawful activities. The post EFCC opens N8.7bn money laundering trial against ex-AGF Malami, wife, son appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The order also forbids the anti-corruption agency from freezing the accounts or take any action whatsoever against the company to freeze, forfeit or confiscate any of its assets or interrupt its operations as the field management entity in the Oil Mining Lease (OML) 42 joint venture. The post Another firm linked to Nestoil Group gets injunction against EFCC, others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The EFCC has arrested Iziga Jude Ikechukwu in Enugu for Naira abuse after a viral video showed him mishandling currency at his birthday party. Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-arrests-man-for-naira-abuse-at-enugu-birthday-party/

A Nigerian court has granted an order preventing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from investigating Jones Creek Hydrocarbon, a firm linked to the Nestoil Group and operator of Oil and Lease (OML) 42.

Former Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami was granted N200m bail on terrorism charges but was subsequently remanded in custody for a separate N8.7bn money laundering case by the EFCC.

The SSS agent said the defendant shared content on Facebook in a bid to blackmail the EFCC chair. The post SSS witness tells court how defendant allegedly tried to blackmail EFCC chairman appeared…

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has filed a lawsuit to prevent Nigerian anti-graft agencies (ICPC, EFCC, SSS) from freezing his bank accounts and assets, following intense scrutiny from these bodies.

The EFCC chairman has warned that fraudsters are increasingly using real estate transactions to launder money and hide illicit proceeds.

During the N33.2bn Arms Funds Trial in Nigeria, an EFCC witness testified to debunk claims that statements were obtained under duress from a co-defendant of Mr. Dasuki during his 2015 detention.

The EFCC said the suspect was arrested by its operatives from the Enugu Zonal Directorate in response to petitions from two Nigerian victims. The post How fraudster posing as BDC operator defrauded Nigerians of N369.3 million – EFCC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A source close to the commission told NAN that the former governor was still under investigation by the commission, hence he could not be charged in court yet. The post Why we’re yet to charge El-Rufai to court – EFCC appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) council polls saw the All Progressives Congress (APC) secure victory in five of six councils, leading to reactions from FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo. The EFCC also arrested 20 suspects for electoral fraud, including vote buying, recovering over N17 million in cash during the polls.

Mr El-Rufai, who has been detained by the EFCC over corruption allegations since Monday, is expected to be released Wednesday night after meeting the bail conditions set by the commission. The post SSS arrests El-Rufai after EFCC release appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

EFCC charged the couple with seven counts of obtaining money by false pretence, conversion of funds, and money laundering brought against them by the prosecution. The post EFCC arraigns couple on N740 million investment fraud charges appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A father has filed petitions with authorities, including the police and EFCC, claiming his wife, an EFCC officer, has relocated their children and denied him access. He describes himself as distressed over the alleged violation of his and his children's rights.

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed a viral wanted poster featuring popular comedian Emmanuel Ejekwu, also known as Sabinus, stating it is fake and misleading. The commission made this announcement on Thursday.

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, have approached the Islamabad High Court seeking urgent fixation of their appeals to set aside their conviction in the Toshakhana-I case and suspend their sentence. Meanwhile, Nigeria's EFCC has asked for the permanent forfeiture of 57 properties allegedly linked to former Minister Abubakar Malami.

The EFCC has arrested Abuja-based agent Hajia Adama Adamu over an alleged N288 million estate fraud in the capital city.

Nigeria's EFCC has denied any connection to a protest at Kwara Poly, clarifying that its operation in Ilorin was a sting operation specifically targeting suspected internet fraudsters.

The EFCC Chairman, Olukoyede, disclosed how the agency prevented a national disaster by stopping a contractor from installing fake transmission lines, highlighting efforts against procurement fraud.

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) reportedly stormed the homes of Malami after a visit by Atiku, with Malami's special assistant accusing the EFCC of acting without legal backing.

A Nigerian court has sentenced the former Accountant-General of the Federation to eight years in prison after the EFCC proved nine counts of money laundering amounting to N868.4 million.

Receiving the funds on behalf of NNPC Ltd, Executive Vice President, Downstream, Mumuni Dagazau, praised the EFCC for its role in the recovery. The post EFCC returns N3.9bn stolen funds to NNPC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Nigerian court has fined the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) N500,000 for causing multiple adjournments in the trial of former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele.

Prosecution witnesses have provided details of bank transactions linking the son and wife of Mr. Malami to an N8.7bn money laundering scheme, which the EFCC alleges occurred between 2015 and 2025 through various accounts and property acquisitions.

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over $225,895 and ₦62.79 million to foreign victims of fraud, including individuals from America and others.

A prosecution witness told an Abuja high court that a passport bearing the name 'Tali Shani' was not issued by the Nigeria Immigration Services, indicating it is fake.

No fewer than 100 lawyers are currently under the radar of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The post Judicial cleansing: EFCC’s axe dangles over 100 lawyers as 17 get LPDC sanctions appeared first on Vanguard News.

The EFCC alleged that the defendants obtained $1.5million from the complainant between April 2022 and October 2023 under false pretences. The post EFCC arraigns man, firm over alleged phoney $1.5m oil investment appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A court has ordered the final forfeiture of N81.1 million recovered from bank customers, following an explanation by the EFCC on how the funds were stolen from Sterling Bank.

The EFCC has arrested Ifeanyi Mba for an alleged N10 million land fraud in Enugu, involving a fictitious plot of land in the Ogui Nike community.

The defendants face charges of conspiracy, theft, and possession of stolen oil. The post EFCC arraigns four for alleged N2 billion oil fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The funds recovery followed a 2009 petition by the former General Manager and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Theatre, Kabir Yusuf, against Benjamin Apugo and others. The post EFCC returns stolen N279m to Wole Soyinka centre for culture in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria's EFCC has initiated an N8.7 billion money laundering case against Malami, his wife, and son, with the judge declining a request for a pending bail application.

An EFCC agent testified in court about arresting a lawyer found with $2 million cash, which the lawyer allegedly confirmed belonged to Mr. Emefiele.

A Federal High Court has discharged and acquitted former NDDC director Tuoyo Omatsuli and others in the alleged N3.6bn NDDC fraud case by the EFCC. Read More:…

“The EFCC is still working on the audio airport. Some people are still being invited, and at the end of the investigation, anyone found culpable will face the consequences,” Otti said. The post EFCC still probing Abia ‘audio airport’ — Otti appeared first on Vanguard News.

A court has ordered the remand of former Attorney-General of the Federation Malami, along with his son and wife, after they were re-arraigned on a 16-count charge of alleged money laundering brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a petition against a Federal High Court judge, alleging that the defendants undertook transactions valued at about $9.7 million without using financial institutions.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned three senior officials of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) in a Lagos High Court over an alleged N2.04 billion fraud case.

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned three directors of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) on charges of abuse of office, money laundering, and corruption involving N2.04 billion.

The Nigerian Navy has apprehended nine individuals suspected of illegal oil bunkering in Akwa Ibom and transferred them to the EFCC for further investigation.

The former railway managing director faces seven charges including abuse of office, money laundering, and unlawful enrichment as a public official. The post EFCC arraigns former railway managing director for alleged $385,000, N165m money laundering appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Atiku Abubakar warned that President Tinubu's government would be held liable if anything happened to former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who is currently under investigation by the EFCC and ICPC for alleged financial irregularities.

A Nigerian court has scheduled a date for the cybercrime trial of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, following his detention by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over corruption allegations.

Mr. El-Rufai has been detained for a second night by the EFCC for questioning regarding corruption allegations.

EFCC creditted six of the disputed statements to Ali Bello, who is a nephew to former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, and two to his co-defendant in their N10 billion money laundering trial. The post EFCC investigator denies obtaining statements from Yahaya Bello’s nephew, others under duress appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

EFCC told the Court of Appeal that the trial court erred in law and failed to properly evaluate the evidence presented during the trial. The post EFCC appeals Omatsuli, firms’ acquittal in N3.6bn…

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to permanently forfeit 57 properties allegedly linked to Abubakar Malami, the former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation.

A father of 10 and two other individuals have been arrested by the EFCC in Kwara State, Nigeria, for their alleged involvement in the circulation of counterfeit currency.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reiterated its demand for the retrial of former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, his sons, and others by the initial trial judge, Justice Ijeoma Ojukwu.

Nigeria's EFCC intervened to prevent a contractor from installing fake and substandard transmission lines, averting a potential national disaster.

Students at Kwara State Polytechnic protested after a reported EFCC raid near the campus, causing tension, though management stated calm has been restored.

The Nigerian Navy has apprehended eight suspected oil thieves and confiscated 44,000 litres of illegal diesel in Rivers State, subsequently handing them over to the EFCC.

A serial fraudster has been arrested by the EFCC for allegedly defrauding a victim of N19.9 million in a visa scam, posing as an agent offering a Red Cross-sponsored visa to the United States.

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Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has returned N3.94 billion in recovered funds to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), marking a successful anti-corruption effort.

A Delta State contractor has been convicted of forgery by a court after being accused by the EFCC of obtaining a fake contract award letter and selling it to an unsuspecting buyer.

India's Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has granted approval for the Karnataka Forest Development Corporation (KFDC) to continue felling exotic tree species like eucalyptus, wattle, and acacia.

The EFCC has arraigned an ex-convict for allegedly stealing N12 million, which is part of a larger N3 billion theft from accounts domiciled with FCMB.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over $225,895 and ₦62.79 million to foreign victims of fraud, including individuals from America and others.

The EFCC said its operatives have arrested the suspect for allegedly obtaining the funds by false pretence under the pretext of procuring a Certificate of Sponsorship for the victim. The post How Nigerian woman allegedly defrauded victim of N19m, €8,370 for UK certificate – EFCC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Nigerian court has dismissed an application seeking to halt the N31 billion corruption trial of former minister Mr. Mamman and others, who are being prosecuted by the EFCC on nine counts of conspiracy, false pretence, and fraud.

EFCC operatives in Enugu arrest Ifeanyi Mba over an alleged N10m land scam involving a non-existent plot in Ogui Nike. Investigations are ongoing. Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-man-nabbed-for-alleged-n10m-land-scam/

A prosecution witness, Mahmoud Abdulazeez, on Monday, stated that the name of former Gov.

The EFCC has begun the N9bn money laundering trial of former AGF Abubakar Malami, his wife, and son.

EFCC called its first prosecution witness in the N8.7 billion money laundering trial against former AGF, Mr Malami, his wife, and son on Friday. The post How millions flowed from individuals, firms…

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a Chinese national for allegedly inducing someone to open a bank account for fraudulent purposes.

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Enugu Zonal Directorate following actionable intelligence from a viral video circulating on social media. The post EFCC arrests man over alleged naira abuse appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Federal High Court will rule on March 9, 2026, on the admissibility of EFCC documents in the N80.2bn money laundering trial of ex-Kogi governor Yahaya Be Read More:…

Osun APC lawmakers have called on Nigeria's EFCC and ICPC to investigate a massive ghost workers scandal, alleging 15,000 fraudulent names on the state payroll.

EFCC first arraigned Mr Malami and his two relatives on 30 December 2025 before a judge siting in a stop-gap capacity during the last Christmas/New Year break. The post EFCC re-arraigns Malami, wife,…

A DSS witness testifies in the defamation case against EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, detailing the investigation into alleged false posts on social media. Read More: https://punchng.com/dss-witness-testifies-in-efcc-chairmans-defamation-case/

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has tendered key Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) meeting minutes as evidence in the N76bn fraud trial against former AMCON MD Ahmed Kuru, concerning the controversial Arik Air takeover.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) informed a Lagos State Special Offences Court that the Board of Governors of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) had approved the takeover of Arik Air Limited by the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON).

Environmental groups in Wayanad, India, are criticizing the forest department for rejecting a human-wildlife mitigation grant, alleging the department succumbed to pressure from farmer organizations. The project, initiated by the MoEFCC, aimed to reduce tensions in areas outside tiger reserves.

An EFCC witness testified in the N33.2bn Arms Funds Trial, stating that Dasuki’s co-defendant freely wrote statements in custody without torture.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested 20 individuals for alleged vote buying and electoral offenses during the recently concluded Federal Capital Territory (FCT) local government elections.

Mr El-Rufai was granted administrative bail at about 8 p.m. on Wednesday but was immediately taken into custody by armed operatives stationed at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja, according to witnesses. The post ICPC confirms El-Rufai’s rearrest after release from EFCC custody appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Two EFCC witnesses in the N10bn fraud trial have denied obtaining statements from Ali Bello and a co-defendant through coercion.

EFCC accused Mr Emefiele of keeping billions of naira in proxy accounts and unlawfully acquiring an estate with 753 housing units in Abuja while he was serving as the CBN governor. The post 753 Housing Saga: I didn’t receive payments directly from Emefiele but through his aide – Witness appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.