Tag: EFCC

EFCC Invests ₦100bn Recovered Funds in Student Loan, Credit Schemes

EFCC says ₦100bn from corruption recoveries channelled into student loan, consumer credit schemes. Agency records ₦566bn, $411m recoveries, 7,503 convictions in two years. Olukoyede-led EFCC expands anti-cybercrime operations, reforms, and…

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EFCC Insists Okowa’s Defection to APC Won’t Halt Corruption Probe

• EFCC vows to continue investigation into N1.3 trillion alleged diversion case despite defection • Commission’s legal director, Sylvanus Tahir, says no politician enjoys immunity from probe • Okowa, ex-Delta…

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Tinubu Hails EFCC’s 7,000 Convictions, N500bn Recovery in Anti-Corruption Drive

Tinubu praised the EFCC’s independence and efficiency in fighting corruption, saying his administration will continue to strengthen anti-graft institutions. He revealed that proceeds from recovered assets are being used to…

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EFCC Witness Confirms Series of ₦10m Withdrawals from Kogi Govt Accounts in Yahaya Bello Fraud Trial

EFCC witness testifies to multiple ₦10m withdrawals linked to former Governor Yahaya Bello. Bank official tells court transactions “followed due process” under UBA supervision. Fresh revelations surface as EFCC presents…

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EFCC Warns Internet Fraud Fuelling Visa Restrictions for Nigerians

EFCC blames internet fraud for tougher foreign travel conditions Chairman Olukoyede urges youths to avoid ‘yahoo-yahoo’ traps Commission intensifies clampdown with arrests and convictions The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission…

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EFCC Interrogates Mele Kyari Over Multi-Billion Dollar Refinery Probe

Mele Kyari, Former NNPCL CEO grilled by EFCC over refinery maintenance financial transactions. Investigation follows petition alleging misappropriation of billions of dollars. Federal High Court froze Kyari-linked Jaiz Bank accounts…

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EFCC Ibadan Secures Conviction of 21 Online Fraudsters in Oyo

- EFCC Ibadan convicts 21 online fraudsters before the Federal High Court and High Court of Oyo State. - Convicts face jail terms, fines, community service, and asset forfeiture as…

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Court Orders Final Forfeiture Of N246m Shares Linked To Retired Army General

Federal High Court in Lagos orders forfeiture of N246.3m shares tied to ex-Army Properties boss EFCC proved funds used to acquire assets were proceeds of unlawful activities Assets now permanently…

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EFCC Explains Why Atiku’s Son-in-law Was Declared Wanted

EFCC dismisses political link in Haske’s case. Agency says suspect jumped administrative bail. Wanted notice centres on conspiracy, money laundering. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has explained why…

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EFCC detains top NAHCON officials over alleged ₦50bn Hajj fraud

EFCC arrests two senior NAHCON officials over alleged diversion and mismanagement of Hajj funds Investigations focus on ₦50 billion spent on tents, spouse expenses, and contingency houses in Makkah Calls…

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