Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige pleads not guilty to N2.2bn fraud charges. He insists his three-decade public service record is unblemished. Read the full details of the EFCC case and his defence.
Olusegun Samson Adejorin, a Nigerian national, faces decades in US prison after a federal jury convicted him of wire fraud and identity theft targeting charities. Sentencing is set for April 2026.
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige has been granted bail by an FCT High Court in his ₦2.2 billion contract fraud trial. The court set strict conditions for his release. Read the full details.
Nigeria's EFCC arrests five herbalists in Osun and Lagos for fraud involving counterfeit dollars and euros. Suspects promised spiritual currency conjuring. Full story.
Osun NSCDC arrests a driver and scrap dealer for vandalising telecom sites in Eripa and Otan Ayegbaju, recovering stolen batteries. Two suspects remain at large. Read more.
Nigel Baker, 56, tricked single mothers out of over £1M for his gambling. He promised marriage but exploited their trust. Read the shocking details.
Oluwaseun Adekoya, a Nigerian resident in New Jersey, has been sentenced to 20 years in a US federal prison for masterminding a sophisticated $2 million identity theft and bank fraud operation. Read the full details of the multi-state scheme.
Nosa Edokpaigbe, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to 60 months in a US federal prison for a $1.4 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. He will be deported after serving his term. Read the full details.
The Central Bank of Nigeria's new draft guidelines mandate a 72-hour window for reporting suspicious transfers to qualify for refunds. Learn what this means for your digital banking security.
The Central Bank of Nigeria issues strict new rules forcing banks to refund fraud victims within 16 days. Learn how this impacts you and the fight against financial crime.
MTN Nigeria alerts customers to a service disruption affecting 2G, 3G, and 4G networks in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Sokoto states due to a fibre cut. Engineers are working to restore connectivity. #MTN #NetworkOutage #Nigeria
Outrage as US President Donald Trump frees David Gentile, who defrauded 17,000 investors of $1.6bn, after only 12 days in jail. Read the shocking details.
Lagos High Court acquits MTN ex-staff and contractor in N1bn fraud case after settlement. EFCC ordered to return seized assets and properties immediately.
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.
Saheed Sunday Owolabi, a Nigerian man, faces 40 years in US prison for wire fraud and money laundering in romance scams. Read the full story of the cyber fraud conviction.
Nigeria records 13% ICT growth according to ITU's 2025 index. Minister Bosun Tijani aims to increase sector's GDP contribution to 21% within 2-3 years. Read more about Nigeria's digital transformation.
Temitope Bashua, 29-year-old Nigerian, sentenced to 30 months in US prison for $290,000 COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. Learn details of the case and consequences.
Federal Government collaboration with Google, LinkedIn, TikTok results in removal of 28 million Nigerian accounts and 58.9 million contents in anti-fraud campaign. Learn about the digital security partnership.
House of Representatives investigates escalating POS fraud reaching N52.26bn. Committee reveals security breaches, cloned terminals, and urgent need for regulatory framework. #POSFraud #FinancialSecurity
The UK, Canada & Australia launch #FightingVisaFraud to protect applicants from criminal networks. Learn how to avoid scams and apply safely.
Google, LinkedIn and TikTok removed over 28 million Nigerian accounts linked to fraud and harmful content in one year. Learn how this affects online security.
House of Representatives committee warns of rising POS fraud and unlicensed crypto dealings by operators. Investigation reveals security gaps and regulatory breaches in Nigeria's fintech sector.
The US Mission in Nigeria warns citizens about sophisticated fake job and visa scams. Learn how to spot fraud and protect yourself from losing money.
Disgraced ex-TV anchor Stephanie Hockridge sentenced to 10 years for multi-million dollar COVID fraud scheme. Ordered to pay $64M restitution for fake PPP loans.
A suspected ATM card scammer was brutally beaten by shoppers in Tongaat after targeting bank customers. His accomplices fled the scene. Read full details.
INEC investigates forged documents claiming PDP election postponement. Commission alerts public about fake correspondence, vows prosecution. Read full details.
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis risks jail time as he stands trial for alleged false accounting in Victor Osimhen's 2020 transfer. Trial begins December 2026.
Nigerian banks issue urgent fraud warnings to customers during International Fraud Awareness Week 2025. Learn how to protect your accounts from sophisticated scams.
Ogun State Police arrest Victor Cletus, a 28-year-old cleaner who posed as a surgeon to defraud and sexually assault a Snapchat contact. CP Lanre Ogunlowo warns online predators.
Lagos Special Offences Court dismisses Fred Ajudua's bail plea despite health concerns. EFCC fraud case continues with $1.043 million allegations. Read the latest court developments.