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EFCC Arrests Ex-Minister’s Brother in N8 Billion Probe
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken into custody Abubakar Ahmad Sirika, the younger sibling of Hadi Abubakar Sirika, the former Minister of Aviation.
His apprehension on Sunday, February 4, … Continue Reading
EFCC Cracks Down on Illegal Mining in Kwara State: 41 Suspects Arrested
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ilorin Zonal Command, has apprehended 41 suspects and seized 12 trucks loaded with various solid minerals mined without proper licensing.
Under the leadership of Mr. Michael Nzekwe, the Zonal Commander of EFCC, the … Continue Reading
NDLEA Seizes 14.5 Tons Of ‘Ghanaian Loud’ Linked to wanted Lagos Drug Baron
Operatives from various specialized units of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully intercepted significant shipments of Cocaine and Colorado, a potent strain of cannabis. … Continue Reading
From Lagos to Washington: The Shocking Tale of a Nigerian Scammer’s $5.7 Million Scheme
A Nigerian national, Uche Victor Diuno, has recently pleaded guilty to his role in a complex fraud conspiracy scheme that spanned across the United States and targeted victims in more than 20 countries.
This revelation was disclosed by the United … Continue Reading
EFCC Exposes Religious Sect Helping Terrorists Launder Money in Nigeria
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, disclosed that the anti-graft agency has uncovered a religious sect in Nigeria involved in laundering money for terrorists.
Speaking during a public engagement on youth, religion, and the … Continue Reading
Brazil Returnee Arrested at MMIA Lagos Airport for Ingesting 60 Wraps of Cocaine
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have apprehended a Brazil returnee, Udechukwu Ekene Theophilus, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Ikeja, Lagos. The suspect was taken into custody after ingesting 60 large wraps of cocaine.… Continue Reading
EFCC Reopens Money Laundering Cases of N853.8 Billion Involving 13 Former Governors and Ministers
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reopened money laundering cases against 13 former governors and some ex-ministers, with a staggering total amount of over N853.8bn involved.
The individuals under investigation include two former Ekiti State governors, Kayode Fayemi … Continue Reading
Gunmen Attack Daewoo Convoy, Kill 4 Soldiers, Kidnap 2 Korean Expatriates in Rivers State
Gunmen attacked a convoy carrying Daewoo workers, killing four soldiers, two drivers and kidnapped two Korean expatriates of the company on Tuesday along the East-West Road in Rivers State.
The incident which occurred around 9.30am, took the workers who … Continue Reading
Update: Owner of De Porsche Nightclub, Chief Orji Ebere allegedly kidnapped by gunmen who attacked his facility in Oba
The owner of De Porsche Nightclub, Chief Orji Ebere is alleged to have been kidnapped by the gunmen who attacked his facility late Sunday, a source close to the family has revealed.
The attack on Porsche … Continue Reading
Gunmen Attack De Porsche Nightclub, Kill 7 in Anambra
Gunmen allegedly attacked De Porsche Nightclub in Oba, Idemili South local government area of Anambra State, left at least seven people dead and several others injured, local police have confirmed.
A source who is very close to the family … Continue Reading