7 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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28 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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28 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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33 h. ago Mark Angel Challenges EFCC Over Arrest Of Verydarkman, Demands Proof Of Invitation

Popular Nigerian comedian, Mark Angel, has questioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over its claim that it invited social media activist Verydarkman before his recent arrest. The anti-corruption agency had earlier stated that it extended an invitation to the activist, which reportedly went unanswered. Following this, EFCC operatives arrested him on Friday — […] The post Mark Angel Challenges EFCC Over Arrest Of Verydarkman, Demands Proof Of Invitation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 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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55 h. ago Timi Frank Condemns Arrest Of VeryDarkMan, Urges Nigerians To Rise Against Impunity

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, on Tuesday, condemned in strong terms the recent arrest of activist VeryDarkMan by the Economic and Finance Crimes Commission (EFCC). VeryDarkMan, whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse, was arrested three days ago on allegations of cyberstalking after visiting a Guarantee […]

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56 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 Debunks Reports Of VeryDarkMan’s Arrest Over Multiple Petitions

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied reports claiming it arrested social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), over multiple petitions. The widely circulated report, attributed to EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale in an interview with BBC News Pidgin, claimed the commission took the activist into custody following complaints from […] The post EFCC Debunks Reports Of VeryDarkMan’s Arrest Over Multiple Petitions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago VDM arrest: motorists, traders groan as security men barricade EFCC access road

From Sola Ojo, Abuja There was heavy security presence around the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) office on Monday following suspicions that members of the public were mobilizing to protest the arrest of popular social media influencer, Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). Martins Otse, known for his controversial takes on social and […] The post VDM arrest: motorists, traders groan as security men barricade EFCC access road 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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3 d. ago PICTORIAL: Content Creator Faces Prosecution After EFCC Arrest Over Naira Abuse In Kaduna

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a social media content creator, Muhammed Kabir Sa’ad, for allegedly abusing Nigeria’s national currency, the Naira. According to a statement posted on the EFCC’s official Facebook page on Monday, Sa’ad was apprehended by operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the agency after a viral video […]

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5 d. ago EFCC Accused Of Withholding Medical Aid For Nabbed VeryDarkMan

The brother of popular social media personality, VeryDarkMan (VDM), has spoken out following his recent arrest by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). VDM was reportedly picked up at a GTBank branch after accompanying his mother to file a complaint about suspicious deductions from her bank account. His sudden detention has drawn […] The post EFCC Accused Of Withholding Medical Aid For Nabbed VeryDarkMan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Naira abuse: Produce Okoya’s children – VeryDarkMan tells EFCC after E

By John Ogunsemore Activist, Martins Otse popularly known as VeryDarkMan has asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to provide an update in the naira abuse case against the children of billionaire businessman, Chief Rasaq Okoya. VeryDarkMan made the call in a video shared on Facebook on Tuesday following reports of EFCC’s arrest of […] The post Naira abuse: Produce Okoya’s children – VeryDarkMan tells EFCC after E-Money’s arrest 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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1 week ago Terry Apala Remanded In Ikoyi Correctional Centre Over Naira Mutilation Charges

A high court in Ikoyi has ordered the detention of Nigerian singer Terry Apala at the Ikoyi correctional center over alleged abuse of naira notes. In a statement on Friday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) revealed that Apala was arraigned on a one-count charge of naira mutilation. The commission alleged that the singer […] The post Terry Apala Remanded In Ikoyi Correctional Centre Over Naira Mutilation Charges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Alleged Fraud: Court Grants EFCC’s Request To Arrest, Detain Six CBEX Promoters

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Economic and Financial Crimes Commission the go ahead to arrest and detain six promoters of Crypto Bridge Exchange over alleged investment fraud. It was gathered that Justice Emeka Nwite, on Thursday, who gave the order after EFCC’s lawyer, Fadila Yusuf, moved an ex-parte motion to the effect, […] The post Alleged Fraud: Court Grants EFCC’s Request To Arrest, Detain Six CBEX Promoters appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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