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EFCC Arraigns Three Persons, MT Ostria Vessel for Alleged ₦25m PMS Oil Theft in Lagos
Lagos, October 30, 2025 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a vessel, MT Ostria, alongside three individuals before the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, over an alleged theft of more than 25 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, belonging to NNPC Retail Limited.The defendants —…
Sa’ad Hanafi Sa’ad Assumes Office as Benin Ag. Zonal Director of the EFCC
Benin City, Edo State — Friday, October 24, 2025 Deputy Commander of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), DCE Sa’ad Hanafi Sa’ad, on Friday, October 24, 2025, formally assumed office as the new Acting Zonal Director of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Commission. Sa’ad, a seasoned anti-corruption officer and experienced investigator, brings to…
EFCC, NCS Deepen Ties Against Money Laundering and Smuggling
Ibadan, October 6, 2025 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have resolved to strengthen their collaboration in the fight against money laundering, smuggling, and other economic crimes threatening Nigeria’s national development. This commitment was cemented on Monday, October 6, 2025, during a familiarization visit by the newly-appointed Customs…
EFCC Re-arraigns Former NSA Sambo Dasuki Over N33.2 Billion Arms Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday re-arraigned former National Security Adviser (NSA), retired Colonel Sambo Dasuki, alongside three others over alleged misappropriation of N33.2 billion meant for arms procurement. The fresh arraignment before Justice Charles Agbaza of the Abuja High Court follows the reassignment of the case by the FCT Chief Judge,…
Couple on Trial for Impersonating Katsina First Lady in ₦197 Million Fraud Scheme
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned four suspects, including a husband and wife, for allegedly defrauding victims of ₦197.75 million by impersonating a high-ranking official. The suspects, Baba Sule Abubakar Sadiq, Hafsat Kabir Lawal, Abdullahi Bala, and Ladani Akindele, appeared before Justice Amina Bello of the Kaduna State High Court on March…
32 Internet Fraudsters Sentenced to Jail in Ibadan
In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, 32 individuals have been convicted and sentenced for internet fraud by courts in Ibadan, Oyo State. The convictions were secured by the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following separate one-count charges related to impersonation and internet-related offenses. The convicted fraudsters include Kolade Olayinka…
EFCC Arrests Four Chinese, 27 Others Over Illegal Mining in Jos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested four Chinese nationals and 27 Nigerians for alleged illegal mining activities in Jos, Plateau State. The arrests were made on Saturday at the premises of Jiasheng Nigeria Limited, located at Dura Rayfield, Mangu Road, Jos, following credible intelligence linking the company to illegal mining operations. In…
Akwa Ibom Governor Denies ₦700 Billion Fraud Allegations Against Predecessor Udom Emmanuel
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has distanced his administration from the ₦700 billion fraud allegations leveled against his immediate predecessor, Udom Emmanuel, by the Network against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT). The allegations, currently under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have sparked controversy in the oil-rich South-South state. Speaking at…
EFCC Witness Reveals Yahaya Bello Paid $1.6 Million in Advance for Children’s School Fees
In a dramatic revelation during the trial of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, an internal auditor from the American International School, Abuja (AISA), testified on Thursday, March 6, 2025, that Bello paid over $1.6 million in advance for his children’s tuition fees until their graduation. The testimony was presented before Justice Emeka Nwite of…
EFCC Probe: I Used Personal Funds to Supplement Allocations, Says Ex-Minister Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye
Former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has confirmed that she honored an invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to clarify financial expenditures during her tenure. The ex-minister, who was interrogated on Thursday over allegations related to a N138 million fraud, stated that she provided “comprehensive clarifications” regarding her actions while in…