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EFCC Sacks 27 Officers for Corruption, Investigates $400,000 Fraud Claim
Abuja, Nigeria – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced the dismissal of 27 officers in 2024 over allegations of misconduct and fraudulent activities.
The commission also revealed it is probing a $400,000 fraud claim involving a Sectional … Continue Reading
EFCC Arrests Delta Accountant General Over Alleged N1.3 Trillion Diversion
Asaba, Nigeria – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended Mrs. Joy Enwa, the Accountant General of Delta State, in connection with an ongoing investigation into the alleged misappropriation of N1.3 trillion in state funds.
The case has … Continue Reading
$4.5bn Emefiele’s Fraud Case New Update
Court to decide on jurisdictional objections in Emefiele’s $4.5bn fraud trial as Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts face scrutiny.
On December 12, 2024, the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja announced January 7, 2025, as the date for its ruling on … Continue Reading
BREAKING: Yahaya Bello in EFCC Custody Over Alleged Funds Mismanagement
Abuja, Nigeria – Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, is currently being held by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of misappropriation of public funds.
Report Afrique reports that Bello is being interrogated by EFCC operatives … Continue Reading
EFCC Places Ex-Governor Obaseki on Watchlist
Obaseki has previously dismissed concerns over the investigation, saying he has nothing to hide and is prepared to account for his stewardship if called upon by the anti-graft agency.
Abuja, Nigeria – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has … Continue Reading
EFCC Chairman Dismisses Corrupt Officials, Vows Further Action
The EFCC chairman underscored the importance of accountability, noting that any staff member involved in corrupt practices would face severe consequences.
Abuja, Nigeria – The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has revealed that … Continue Reading
Supreme Court Dismisses Suit Against EFCC, Upholds Anti-Corruption Mandate
Following the ruling, the EFCC reaffirmed its commitment to pursuing high-profile corruption cases, including an ongoing investigation into the alleged N110 billion fraud involving former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello.
Abuja, Nigeria – The Supreme Court of Nigeria has dismissed … Continue Reading
Duo Arraigned in Court For Impersonating EFCC Chairman
Two Suspects Charged with Blackmailing EFCC Chairman
Abuja, Nigeria – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially charged two individuals, Ojobo Joshua and Aliyu Hashim, for allegedly impersonating and attempting to extort the agency’s Executive Chairman, … Continue Reading
EFCC Arrests Sen Ifeanyi Okowa Over Alleged N1.3 Trillion Fraud
Investigators claim that Okowa misused his position to illegally acquire assets, including significant investments in the UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas Company and other oil sector entities.
Asaba, Nigeria – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former … Continue Reading
EFCC’s Constitutionality: Supreme Court Delays Verdict
The plaintiffs’ counsel, Mohammed Abdulwahab, SAN, argued that the foundational laws establishing the EFCC, Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), and other related bodies were flawed and unconstitutional.
Abuja, Nigeria – The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in the suit filed … Continue Reading