Nigerian sentenced for $290K COVID-19 fraud in US
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced a tailoring apprentice to one year imprisonment for defrauding a victim of N450,000 through internet fraud. Read the full details of the judgment.
Global Coalition calls on Nigerian lawmakers to address religious freedom violations following US redesignation as Country of Particular Concern. Urgent reforms needed.
CIFCFIN urges unified action against fraud costing $4.7T globally. Dr. Gashinbaki calls for strengthened regulations, ethical culture during International Fraud Week.
PalmPay MD Chika Nwosu leads youth walk in Kano against financial fraud. The fintech giant warns customers against suspicious links and commits to a fraud-free platform. Read more for safety tips.
Ghana's EOCO rescues 7 Nigerian trafficking victims forced into cybercrime. 10 suspects arrested in Operation LIFELINE. Victims aged 17-30 lured with fake job promises.
A secondary school student shares heartbreaking experience after being scammed at Computer Village Ikeja. Read his story and learn how to protect yourself from similar fraud.
Nigerian doctor Richard Akinrolabu sentenced to 3 years in UK prison for defrauding NHS of £268,000 while on sick leave. Full details of the fraud case uncovered.
UK court sentences Nigerian doctor Richard Akinrolabu to 3 years imprisonment for defrauding NHS of £268,000. Full details of the fraud case revealed.
A Nigerian fashion designer paid N2.6 million for a Lagos apartment only to discover over 30 others were scammed for the same house. She's now seeking public help as authorities fail to act.
Ukrainian President Zelensky imposes sanctions on ex-business partner Timur Mindich amid a $100M energy sector fraud scandal. Key ministers resign as anti-corruption efforts intensify.
A Nigerian family discovers their father's house in Ifo, Ogun was sold for N4 million by a relative without proper documentation. The community king intervened to recover the property.
Nigeria's irreligious community organized its first world conference in Abuja, demanding justice for persecution victims and constitutional protection for non-believers.
A Zimbabwean nurse faces fraud charges after allegedly using dead people's identities to claim $15,000 in life insurance benefits. Learn how authorities uncovered the scheme.
Nigerian comedian Destalker reveals his failed attempt at internet fraud and how his kind nature stopped him. Discover his inspiring journey to comedy success despite industry obstacles.
Rochas Okorocha's niece, Uche David Obinali, faces fraud charges for allegedly scamming philanthropist Daniel Kanu of N127 million. Court proceedings continue November 11.
Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu dismisses US 'Country of Particular Concern' designation, urging Christian youths to embrace unity and truth. Full details on the response.
Ecobank, First Bank, and Wema Bank alert customers about sophisticated scams using fake apps and pop-ups to steal banking details. Learn how to protect your accounts.
Federal Capital Territory Police Command confirms arrest and arraignment of Samuel Nowa, brother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, over alleged fraud and criminal conspiracy.
The CDFIB has exposed fraudulent recruitment schemes targeting Nigerian immigration and fire service applicants. Learn how to protect yourself from fake job offers and financial scams.
A leading Nigerian digital bank has unveiled a groundbreaking device verification system that promises to revolutionize customer security and protect against unauthorized account access in the growing fintech landscape.
ICPC prosecutes Abuja woman for forging marriage documents and UAE passport stamps in elaborate UK visa scam. Full details of the courtroom drama.
Kano State Police Command has dismantled a sophisticated SIM card syndicate, arresting six suspects and recovering over ₦17 million in a major crackdown on telecommunications fraud.
American law enforcement has apprehended a Nigerian national and four accomplices wanted by Germany for orchestrating a massive €300 million fraud scheme spanning multiple countries.
A Nigerian author calls out the double standards of Northern Nigerian Muslims celebrating New York's Muslim mayor-elect while marginalizing Shia Muslims in their own region.