A Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja has sentenced businessman Olumuyiwa Teniola Idowu to a total of 30 years in prison for fraud involving $62,500 and €36,020. The conviction …
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The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested Kofoworola Kolawole over an alleged fraud totaling N993,247,796.70 in Ilorin. Kolawole, 37, was taken into custody following …
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The Nigerian Army has arrested a serving soldier, Staff Sergeant Amoke Simon, for allegedly defrauding victims of about N114 million through multiple scams, including false claims about his role in …
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Salt Adeaze Udoka Arrested in N165M Property Fraud The Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 48-year-old Salt Adeaze Udoka over alleged property fraud …
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LAGOS/OSUN, Nigeria — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested five individuals allegedly defrauding unsuspecting victims under the guise of spiritual cleansing and solutions to ailments. EFCC spokesperson …
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Four individuals were convicted and sentenced for internet-related fraud by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. The convictions …
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A former legislative aide and banker, Goni Yilkan, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for obtaining ₦120.5 million under false pretences. The judgment was delivered by Justice F.E. …
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LAGOS — Operatives from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)’s Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 have made significant strides in the fight against cybercrime, arresting 38 individuals suspected of being …
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Three Convicted, One Remanded as Court Delivers Verdict in Abeokuta Internet Fraud Case
Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday convicted three internet fraudsters who pleaded guilty to various cybercrime-related offences, while a fourth defendant pleaded not guilty …
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Five individuals involved in a TikTok-based internet fraud scheme have been convicted by Justice D.I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. The suspects were among 93 …