1 hour ago EFCC arrests 98 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu, Kwara

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 98 suspected internet fraudsters in coordinated sting operations across Enugu and Kwara States. The Enugu Zonal Directorate apprehended 51 suspects, including three females, in the Premier Layout area of the Enugu State capital. Items recovered included 18 luxury cars, laptops, […] The post EFCC arrests 98 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu, Kwara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals

Deji Adeyanju, the lawyer representing social media activist VeryDarkMan, has shared an update after his client’s release by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. VeryDarkMan was detained by the anti-graft agency for five days before being granted bail. In a statement posted on social media on Thursday, Adeyanju expressed […] The post “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Lagos Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stealing Hair Worth N20m From Moving Truck

Operatives of Lagos State Police Command have arrested a suspected traffic robber for allegedly stealing N20 million worth of hair from a moving truck on the CMS-Marina Bridge. In a statement on Thursday by the Command’s Spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed that a robbery syndicate member was apprehended in Marina’s car pack with a large sack […] The post Lagos Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stealing Hair Worth N20m From Moving Truck appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Troops Arrest Wanted Gunrunner Buhari, 5 Others, Kill IPOB Leader Eze

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said the Nigerian troops arrested a wanted gunrunner and kidnap kingpin Buhari Umar who was allegedly terrorising Gombe, Bauchi, Plateau and Kaduna States. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye disclosed this on Thursday while briefing journalists on military operations for the month of April. Major General Kangye also said […]

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4 h. ago Yahaya Bello: No payment from Kogi Govt to American International School, EFCC witness tells court

…as judge admits FCT court judgment over EFCC objection The third prosecution witness in the trial of former Kogi State read more Yahaya Bello: No payment from Kogi Govt to American International School, EFCC witness tells court

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4 h. ago No Transfer Of Fees From Kogi Gov’t, LGAs To America School Account, Says EFCC Witness

The third prosecution witness in the alleged money laundering case instituted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against the immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, admitted before the Federal High Court in Abuja, on Thursday, that there was no wired transfer of fees from the Kogi State Government or any of the […]

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5 h. ago 10 Suspects Remanded For Alleged Rape Of Physically Challenged Minor In Kaduna

A Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Kaduna has ordered 10 suspects to be remanded in the correctional facility over allegation of raping a 16-year-old physically challenged girl at Likoro Village in Kudan local government area of Kaduna state. Although the suspects are 11 in number, our correspondent gathered that the 11th suspect was still at […]

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6 h. ago AGF files fresh charges against lawyer Bob Ogu, five others for alleged forgery

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, has filed fresh charges against legal practitioner Bob Chiedozie Ogu and five others for alleged forgery, theft, conspiracy, and impersonation. Initially, the Commissioner of Police filed a seven-count charge (FCT/HC/CR/302/2023) against Ogu, Samuel Udo-Imeh, Ifeanyi Abaekwueme, and Earth Conscience Limited before the […] The post AGF files fresh charges against lawyer Bob Ogu, five others for alleged forgery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Mercy Chinwo’s Former Manager Over Alleged $397,106 Money Laundering

Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu ThankGod, better known in the gospel music industry as Eezee Tee, was arraigned on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos. The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought him before Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke on allegations bordering on illegal foreign exchange transactions […] The post EFCC Arraigns Mercy Chinwo’s Former Manager Over Alleged $397,106 Money Laundering appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Toni Payne Criticizes EFCC’s Focus On Naira Abuse, Questions National Priorities

Nigerian photographer and influencer Toni Payne has criticised the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its recent focus on the issue of naira abuse by Nigerian celebrities. In a passionate social media post on Wednesday, Payne expressed her frustration over what she sees as the country’s misplaced priorities. She highlighted the more pressing issues […] The post Toni Payne Criticizes EFCC’s Focus On Naira Abuse, Questions National Priorities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago ‘How Can Someone Who Isn’t Wealthy Engage In Money Laundering?’, VDM Speaks After Regaining Freedom

Controversial social media critic, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM) has questioned why the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) would accuse someone that is not wealthy of money laundering. VeryDarkMan stated this in a viral video shared online after regaining his freedom from the EFCC detention over allegations of money laundering. In a […]

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8 h. ago Gombe judge withdraws from case linked to Governor Yahaya’s Mechanic Village

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Justice Fatima Musa of the Gombe State High Court has stepped down from a legal case involving Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya’s proposed Mechanic Village project due to allegations of trespass and land encroachment. Emir General Integrated Limited filed a lawsuit claiming that Grandscope Construction Limited, contracted by the state government, began […] The post Gombe judge withdraws from case linked to Governor Yahaya’s Mechanic Village appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Alleged Terrorism: FCT Court Admits Evidence Against Nnamdi Kanu

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, admitted a video evidence showing Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, issuing inciting directives which the prosecution said triggered acts of terrorism in the South East. Justice James Omotoso, the trial judge, on Wednesday, heard from a witness brought by the Department of State […] The post Alleged Terrorism: FCT Court Admits Evidence Against Nnamdi Kanu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Corruption allegations damaged public trust in NELFUND, says Akintunde Sawyerr

Akintunde Sawyerr, managing director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund), says a corruption allegation against the scheme has affected read more Corruption allegations damaged public trust in NELFUND, says Akintunde Sawyerr

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11 h. ago Nigeria Needs Action Against Terrorists, Not Another Summit – Shehu Sani Tells FG

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has called on the Federal Government to prioritize decisive action against terrorism over convening more national security summits. Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, Sani reacted to the Senate’s latest move to hold a two-day national summit on insecurity. The Senate had resolved to set up an ad hoc committee […] The post Nigeria Needs Action Against Terrorists, Not Another Summit – Shehu Sani Tells FG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stabbing Girlfriend To Death

Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a yet to be identified man for allegedly stabbing his girlfriend, Ruth Sunday, to death in Eket Local Government Area of the state. In a statement by the command’s Spokesman, Timfon John on Wednesday, disclosed that the incident occurred at Qua River Quarters, Eket on Tuesday. John added […] The post Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stabbing Girlfriend To Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago GTBank not involved in VeryDarkMan’s arrest, legal team confirms

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The legal team of social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has clarified that Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) was not involved in his recent arrest in Abuja. The statement addresses online speculation linking the bank to the incident. VDM’s arrest sparked widespread social media reactions. Some users claimed […] The post GTBank not involved in VeryDarkMan’s arrest, legal team confirms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Court admits video of Kanu allegedly calling for violence, killings

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday admitted into evidence a video in which Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the read more Court admits video of Kanu allegedly calling for violence, killings

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15 h. ago FirstBank CEO hosts NDLEA management, reaffirms support for anti

First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) has partnered with National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to strengthen the fight against drug trafficking and abuse in Nigeria. At the recent courtesy visit of the management of NDLEA to FirstBank Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu, at the bank’s Head Office in Marina, the CEO emphasised the importance of increased […] The post FirstBank CEO hosts NDLEA management, reaffirms support for anti-drug campaign appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago EFCC drops Chinwo’s name in amended charges against EeZeeTee

By Lukman Olabiyi In a dramatic development in the case involving gospel music executive, Ezekiel Onyedikachi, aka EeZeeTee, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has withdrawn earlier allegations linking him to the misappropriation of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo’s earnings. Instead, the EFCC has filed fresh charges focusing on regulatory violations relating to foreign exchange […] The post EFCC drops Chinwo’s name in amended charges against EeZeeTee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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