Ten individuals have been convicted and sentenced to various jail terms and fines for internet-related offences following a crackdown by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement …
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested billionaire Hyginus Nkwocha for alleged internet fraud and money laundering in Abuja. According to EFCC spokesman Dele Oyewale, Nkwocha was apprehended …
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By Chris Moffat Justice Rosemary Oghoghorie of the Federal High Court in Calabar, Cross River State, has convicted eight internet fraudsters, following a successful prosecution by the Economic and Financial …
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Yakubu Aminu and Two Others Convicted for Financial Crimes in Kwara
Yakubu Aminu and Two Others Convicted for Financial Crimes in Kwara Two courts in Kwara State have convicted three individuals involved in financial misconduct, marking a significant move against financial …
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Three notorious Nigerian internet fraudsters, known for their significant social media influence, are currently serving sentences at Fort Dix low-security prison in the United States. Bidemi Rufai is set to …
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Isiah Okere Pleads Guilty to Major Internet Fraud Scheme
By Abimbola Ogunnaike A 42-year-old Nigerian man, Isiah Okere, has pleaded guilty to charges of internet fraud, defrauding over 15 Americans and organizations of more than $1 million. Okere appeared …
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Operatives from the Makurdi Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested three brothers on May 17, 2024, in connection with suspected internet fraud. The suspects—Abubakar Sadiq …
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Anambra Court Sentences 41 Internet Fraud Suspects
By Ayorinde Oluokun/Abuja In Anambra State, 41 individuals accused of internet fraud have each been sentenced to one year in prison after pleading guilty to various charges, including obtaining by …
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By Deborah Sanusi Six internet fraudsters have been sentenced to six months in prison by the Federal High Court in Calabar, Cross River State. The convictions were confirmed in a …
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Audu Ishida Faces Charges in Internet Fraud Case
By Opalim Lifted The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Audu Ishida, known as Baddie Kylemilli, for alleged internet fraud. He faces charges of impersonation, retention of proceeds of …