35 h. ago EFCC Arrests 40 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Niger, Recovers Valuables Items, Charms

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have arrested 40 suspected internet fraudsters in Bida and Minna local government areas of Niger State. It was gathered that the arrests were made by the anti-graft agency, following a credible information. In a statement by EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, on Wednesday, said that the suspects […] The post EFCC Arrests 40 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Niger, Recovers Valuables Items, Charms appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago EFCC nabs 40 suspected Internet fraudsters, recovers fetish items

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 40 suspected internet fraudsters in Niger State following an operation by operatives of its Kaduna Zonal Directorate. The agency disclosed the arrest in a post shared via its official handle on X, on Wednesday. Items recovered from the suspects include 60 Android phones, three vehicles, 10 motorcycles, Read More

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42 h. ago EFCC Arrests 40 Suspected Internet Fraudsters With Pants, Charms In Niger

In a swift move to check the influx of internet fraudsters to Niger State, the Operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 40 suspected internet fraudsters in Bida and Minna the state capital. LEADERSHIP gathered that they were arrested with charms and pants of women with […]

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47 h. ago Niger: EFCC seizes cars, fetish beads from 40 suspected internet fraudsters

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Directorate, arrested 40 suspected internet fraudsters in Bida and Minna, Niger State, on Tuesday, April 15. EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, reported that items recovered included three cars, eight power generating sets, one Hisense air conditioner, two […] The post Niger: EFCC seizes cars, fetish beads from 40 suspected internet fraudsters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Renewable Energy: REA, Lagos Sign Pact On $150m Lithium Battery Plant, Others

The federal government, through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Lagos State government to establish a $150 million lithium battery assembly plant in Lagos. This initiative, finalised during a roundtable in Victoria Island on Monday, aims to boost local manufacturing capacity and accelerate rural electrification projects across […]

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3 d. ago EFCC Arrests 19 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recovers Cars, Gadgets

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have arrested 19 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, Edo State. It was gathered that the suspects, which identities are yet to be revealed to public were apprehended in different locations in the state over the weekend. This was contained in a statement by EFCC’s Spokesman Dele Oyewale […] The post EFCC Arrests 19 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recovers Cars, Gadgets appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Court dismisses N5bn suit by Chinese fraud suspects against EFCC

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday dismissed a N5 billion suit brought by 110 alleged internet fraudsters against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for lack of merit. The presiding judge, Justice James Omotosho, dismissed the suit because the applicants failed to prove they had been unlawfully detained after taking arguments from both Read More

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8 d. ago EFCC Arrests 25 Suspected Fraudsters In Benue, Recovers Expensive Items

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, in Makurdi Zonal Directorate, have arrested 25 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations within Benue State. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the suspects were arrested on Tuesday April 8 and Wednesday April 9 2025 following credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in cybercrimes. READ MORE: “It’s Possible To Achieve […] The post EFCC Arrests 25 Suspected Fraudsters In Benue, Recovers Expensive Items appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago EFCC arrests 37 over alleged internet fraud in Port Harcourt

Operatives of the Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have arrested 37 individuals for alleged involvement in internet fraud. The suspects were apprehended on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in various locations across Port Harcourt, Rivers State, during a sting operation codenamed Operation Eagle Sweep. According to a statement posted on Read More

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1 week ago EFCC Arrests Man For Using Bought Bank Accounts In N2m Forex Fraud

Olawole Sunday, a suspected internet fraudster, was arrested by agents of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly purchasing bank account details from individuals to facilitate financial crimes. In a statement on Monday, Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s head of Media and Publicity, revealed that Sunday’s fraudulent operation involved recruiting young people to open […] The post EFCC Arrests Man For Using Bought Bank Accounts In N2m Forex Fraud appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Stakeholders push for gender inclusivity in finance, economic growth

By Chukwuma Umeorah Access Bank Plc, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Zambia’s Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, among other stakeholders, have reiterated the need for women to take ownership of their economic power and drive financial inclusion for sustainable prosperity.  Speaking at the Access Bank International Women’s Day Conference in Lagos, the stakeholders emphasised that […] The post Stakeholders push for gender inclusivity in finance, economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Access Bank, Stakeholders Champion Women’s Economic Inclusion

Access Bank, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Zambia’s vice president, Mutale Nalumango, among other stakeholders, have reiterated the need for women to take ownership of their economic power and drive financial inclusion for sustainable prosperity. Speaking at the Access Bank International Women’s Day Conference held in Lagos, the stakeholders emphasised that gender inclusivity is […]

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2 w. ago Why World Bank water projects in Ekiti, Rivers, Bauchi failed —Report

Tribune Online Why World Bank water projects in Ekiti, Rivers, Bauchi failed —Report A report that examined the implications of privatisation reforms advocated by international financial institutions, particularly the World Bank, has revealed a pattern of systemic failures that continued to compromise water access for millions of Nigerians. The report, ‘Big Debt, Big Thirst: A Case Study of World Bank Supported Projects in Ekiti, Rivers and Bauchi States’ […] Why World Bank water projects in Ekiti, Rivers, Bauchi failed —Report Tribune Online

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3 w. ago NDIC warns Delta students against “Yahoo Yahoo,” promotes financial literacy

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation has sensitised students of Osadennis Mixed Secondary School, Asaba, Delta State, on financial literacy, urging them to avoid internet-related fraud, commonly known as “Yahoo Yahoo.” Speaking at the 2025 Financial Literacy Day event held on Thursday at the school compound, the Benin Zonal Controller of NDIC, Mrs. Patricia Okosu, warned Read More

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3 w. ago Lagos, City of UK sign MoU for International Financial Centre development

The Lagos State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the City of UK and the Foreign Commonwealth read more Lagos, City of UK sign MoU for International Financial Centre development

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3 w. ago Lagos, LIFC Sign Partner City Of UK To Build International Financial Centre

The Lagos State government, in partnership with EnterpriseNGR under the platform of the Lagos International Financial Council (LIFC), on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding with City of UK and the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) for the development of an International Financial Centre in Lagos to drive economic growth. The signing of the […]

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3 w. ago Lagos, UK sign MoU to establish international financial centre

Tribune Online Lagos, UK sign MoU to establish international financial centre Governor Sanwo-Olu, in his remarks at the event, pledged his administration’s commitment to achieving the Lagos International Financial Centre, urging everyone’s support to make the vision a reality. Lagos, UK sign MoU to establish international financial centre Tribune Online

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4 w. ago EFCC Arrests 10 Suspected Fraudsters, Recovers 21 Phones, Luxury Cars, Others

Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 10 suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital. Taking to its verified social media handles on Friday, EFCC said the suspects were arrested on Thursday, March 20, 2025, in a coordinated sting operation at different locations across […]

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