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.
The suspect was among the 35, picked up on Sunday, May 4, 2025 in Sabo Iyako area of Auchi, Edo State by the Commission, following credible intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities.
As a “picker” or “azaman” in internet fraud lingo, investigations revealed that the suspect has collected and laundered over $300,000 (Three Hundred Thousand United States Dollars) for his syndicate members who are at large.
Apart from internet fraud, EFCC’s investigations revealed that the suspect is equally involved in investment and banking fraud.
He will be charged to court as soon as investigation is concluded.
The Zamfara State Government has signed an Air Route Development Partnership Agreement with XEJet Limited…
Nigeria’s growing dependence on digital connectivity means prolonged telecommunications disruptions could affect businesses, jobs and…
BY MICHAEL AKINOLA Trial of the Accountant-General of Bauchi State, Sirajo Muhammed Jaja continued on…
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, has described…
The Benin-Asaba Expressway Concession Company Limited (BAECC) has announced the appointment of renowned Public-Private Partnership…
Following a new seven-day flood alert advisory (NFA-2026-2022) issued over the weekend by the Nigerian…