33 h. ago AY Confirms EFCC Invitation Over Money Spraying, Warns Public Against Naira Abuse

Popular Nigerian comedian and actor Ayo Makun, known as AY, has confirmed that he was recently invited by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over the public spraying of both local and foreign currencies. Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, AY shared clips from the occasion that prompted the agency’s invitation, while also using the […] The post AY Confirms EFCC Invitation Over Money Spraying, Warns Public Against Naira Abuse appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Comedian AY Reacts To EFCC Interrogation Over Alleged Naira Abuse

Comedian and actor Ayo Makun, popularly called AY has reacted to his recent invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged Naira abuse. AY confirmed via a statement on his Instagram page on Wednesday, that he was questioned by the EFCC on Monday, May 5, in connection with the public spraying of […]

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50 h. ago “I Didn’t Know Spraying Other Currencies Asides Naira Was An Offence” — Iyabo Ojo Speaks After Honouring EFCC Invitation

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has addressed the circulating reports regarding her recent invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), confirming that she was indeed questioned over money spraying at her daughter’s wedding. In a detailed post shared via Instagram on Tuesday, the actress disclosed that she received an official invitation from the EFCC […] The post “I Didn’t Know Spraying Other Currencies Asides Naira Was An Offence” — Iyabo Ojo Speaks After Honouring EFCC Invitation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago EFCC traces over $300,000 laundered money to arrested ‘Yahoo boy’ suspect

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has traced money laundering activities in excess of $300,000 (three hundred thousand United States Dollar) to a suspected internet fraudster. EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, who confirmed this to newsmen in Abuja on Tuesday said the investigation into the suspicious activities link to the suspects […] The post EFCC traces over $300,000 laundered money to arrested ‘Yahoo boy’ suspect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago VeryDarkMan Detained Lawfully Over Serious Financial Petitions – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of Martins Otse, citing “serious allegations of financial misconduct” after he repeatedly failed to respond to multiple invitations for questioning. In a statement released on its X platform on Tuesday, the anti-graft agency stated that Otse was invited for questioning regarding a series of […] The post VeryDarkMan Detained Lawfully Over Serious Financial Petitions – EFCC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 h. ago JUST IN: EFCC shares update on VeryDarkMan’s detention, cites reason

By John Ogunsemore The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest and detention of activist, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). In a statement shared on X on Tuesday, the anti-graft commission said VeryDarkMan was arrested “owing to a series of petitions bordering on sundry issues of alleged financial crimes raised […] The post JUST IN: EFCC shares update on VeryDarkMan’s detention, cites reason appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago EFCC Confirms Arrest Of VeryDarkMan Following Petitions Against Him

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), following numerous petitions. The EFCC, through its spokesperson Dele Oyewale, informed BBC News Pidgin on Monday that the activist was arrested due to complaints lodged by multiple petitioners. “We arrested him to […] The post EFCC Confirms Arrest Of VeryDarkMan Following Petitions Against Him appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago EFCC Breaks Silence On VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Says There’re ‘Multiple Petitions’ Against Activist

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed that controversial critic, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly called VeryDarkMan (VDM), was arrested by its operatives over multiple petitions against him The anti-graft agency, through its spokesperson Dele Oyewale, told BBC News on Monday that VeryDarkMan was taken into custody following complaints from several petitioners. “We arrested […]

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5 d. ago EFCC Launches Probe Into NNPCL Over Alleged $2.96bn Refinery Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has begun probing several former officials of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), including ex-managing directors of the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries. The investigation concerns the alleged diversion of about $2.96 billion meant for refinery repairs. A senior EFCC source confirmed on Saturday, “The investigation […] The post EFCC Launches Probe Into NNPCL Over Alleged $2.96bn Refinery Fraud appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago I’ll Never Spray Money Again, Almost Got Jailed Last Year – Cubana Chief Priest

Nigerian businessman and socialite, Cubana Chief Priest, has warned his fellow elites to refrain from spraying money at public events, cautioning that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is actively targeting individuals for such acts. In a post marking the start of the new month, Cubana Chief Priest advised well-known businessmen and celebrities to […] The post I’ll Never Spray Money Again, Almost Got Jailed Last Year – Cubana Chief Priest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago SON recommits to public safety, destroys substandard products

By Merit Ibe The Standards Organisation of Nigeria  (SON) has  reaffirmed its  unwavering commitment to public safety, consumer protection and the promotion of fair-trade practices in Nigeria. Director General and Chief Executive, SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke  made the commitment yesterday, during the  destruction exercise of substandard products worth billions of naira at the organisation’s […] The post SON recommits to public safety, destroys substandard products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago EFCC Arrests Aisha Achimugu At Abuja Airport Over Money Laundering Allegations

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended Aisha Achimugu, the managing director and CEO of Felak Concept Group, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Achimugu was arrested at around 5 a.m. on Tuesday upon her arrival in Nigeria from London. Her lawyer, Chikaosolu Ojukwu, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued […] The post EFCC Arrests Aisha Achimugu At Abuja Airport Over Money Laundering Allegations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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