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Police Arrest 20-Year-Old for ₦1bn Romance Scam

Nigerian police arrest Essien Emmanuel Akpama, 20, at Lagos airport for a massive romance fraud scheme targeting US victims. Details of the cryptocurrency and celebrity scam revealed.

Airport Police Nab Suspect in N1bn Romance Fraud

A 20-year-old man was arrested at MMIA Lagos over a massive international romance and celebrity fraud scheme exceeding ₦1 billion. Read the full details of the police operation.

Opay Debunks N5,000 Christmas Giveaway Claim

Opay has officially denied a viral social media claim about a N5,000 Christmas giveaway. The fintech warns users against scams and shares vital security tips. Read more to stay safe.

N-HYPPADEC Denies Fake Recruitment in New Bussa

N-HYPPADEC disowns a fraudulent recruitment screening exercise in New Bussa, Niger State. The Commission urges the public to verify information via official channels to avoid scams.

Woman fakes kidnap, extorts ₦2.5m from husband

Lagos police arrest a 26-year-old woman and accomplice for staging her own abduction to extort money from her husband. Full investigation details revealed. Report any suspicious activity to the police.

Visa Scam: Cameroonian Woman Loses N2m in Ogun

A Cameroonian woman was defrauded of over N2 million in a visa scam in Ibafo, Ogun State. Swift police action led by the DPO ensured her welfare and safe return. Read how the incident unfolded.

Ibom Air International Flights Start April 2026

Ibom Air is set to commence international operations from Victor Attah Airport, Uyo, in April 2026. The move follows key upgrades and marks a major milestone for Akwa Ibom State's aviation sector.

EFCC Arrests Herbalists with Counterfeit Millions

EFCC operatives arrest five herbalists in Osun and Lagos with counterfeit $3.4m and €280k. The syndicate defrauded victims of millions under pretence of spiritual cleansing. Read the full details.

EFCC Returns N96.5m to Ponzi Scheme Victims

The EFCC has recovered and returned N96.5 million to victims of a forex Ponzi scheme in Enugu. Learn how the fraud operated and the commission's warning to investors.

Nigerians, Sudanese Sentenced in US Romance Scam Case

Two Nigerian men and a Sudanese woman have been sentenced to over 20 years combined for a romance scam that caused a retired American teacher's suicide. Read the shocking details of the elaborate fraud.

Okorocha's Niece Charged in N17m Land Scam

Uche David Obinali, niece of ex-Governor Rochas Okorocha, faces fraud charges for an alleged N17 million land scam in Abuja. She pleaded not guilty and was granted bail. Read the full details.

Uyo Airport Designated as International Facility

Federal Government officially designates Victor Attah International Airport in Uyo as international airport. Minister Festus Keyamo announces completion of transition committee. Read more about this aviation milestone.

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