Court Remands Nigerien for ₦351.5m Fraud
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi has ordered the remand of a Niger Republic national, Isiaka Ibrahim, over an alleged ₦351.5 million fraud. Read the full details of the charges and court proceedings.
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Feeding Our Future Ringleader Must Forfeit Porsche, Millions
Aimee Bock, convicted in the $250M Feeding Our Future COVID-19 fraud scheme, has been ordered to surrender her Porsche, designer bags, and millions. Read the shocking details of this massive welfare fraud.
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.
Court forfeits N30.7m in NNPC fraud probe
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the interim forfeiture of N30.7 million linked to alleged fraud involving NNPC officials. The EFCC traced funds through a bureau de change operator. Read the full details.
Former SSG Denies Governor's Fraud Allegations
Former Bauchi SSG, Ibrahim Kashim, denies Governor Bala Mohammed's fraud claims, challenges him to court. He vows to clear his name publicly. Read the full story.
Lawyer's Traumatic Divorce Case: Penis Compared to Finger
A Nigerian lawyer recounts a shocking divorce case where a client compared her husband's penis to her little finger, leading to a near-physical altercation in his office. Read the full bizarre story.
Nigerian agrees to plea deal in $1.4m US fraud case
Nkechy Ezeh, a Nigerian founder in the US, pleads guilty to wire fraud and tax evasion, admitting to stealing $1.4m from a childhood education nonprofit. Read the full story.
Nigerian fraudster Invictus Obi released from US prison
Obinwanne 'Invictus Obi' Okeke, convicted for an $11m fraud, is released from US custody after 6 years. Deportation to Nigeria is underway. Read the full story.
U.S. Releases Invictus Obi After $11m Fraud Sentence
Nigerian businessman Obinwanne 'Invictus' Okeke released from U.S. prison after serving 6 years for an $11 million fraud scheme. Deportation to Nigeria underway. Full story.
Ex-Minister Ngige Denies N2.2bn EFCC Fraud Allegations
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.
Nigerian Convicted in US for $7.5M Fraud
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.
Nollywood Star Accuses Colleague Over N45m Missing Child Case
Nollywood actress Chioma Ifemeludike alleges Doris Ogala collected N45 million in a missing child case. She challenges Ogala to reveal the truth. Read the explosive details.
Chris Ngige Granted Bail in N2.2bn EFCC Case
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige granted bail by Federal High Court in Abuja. Case adjourned to 2026. Details on the bail conditions and allegations inside.
Ngige Granted Bail in ₦2.2bn Fraud Case
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.
EFCC Arrests 5 'Babalawos' With Counterfeit $3.4M, €280K
Nigeria's EFCC arrests five herbalists in Osun and Lagos for fraud involving counterfeit dollars and euros. Suspects promised spiritual currency conjuring. Full story.
Romance Fraudster Jailed 17 Years for £1M Scam
Nigel Baker, 56, tricked single mothers out of over £1M for his gambling. He promised marriage but exploited their trust. Read the shocking details.
Lawyer Explains N5.4m Deduction in Edo Couple Ransom
Harrison Gwamnishu's lawyer details the activist's 'modus operandi' with ransom money for an abducted Edo couple. The N5.4m was for a tracking chip, now with police. Read the full account.
Nigerian Sentenced to 20 Years in US for Major Fraud
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.
Tacha slams Aunty Esther over blood transfusion refusal
Ex-BBNaija star Tacha criticizes online vendor Aunty Esther for rejecting a blood transfusion during cancer treatment, despite over N30m in donations. Read the full story and reactions.
Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe
Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.
Man arrested for staging own kidnapping in Enugu
Police in Enugu have arrested a 26-year-old security guard who faked his abduction to extort N35 million from his family. Read the full details of the bizarre case.
Nigerian Sentenced to 60 Months for $1.3m COVID Fraud
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.
Nasarawa to Prosecute Parents Over Out-of-School Kids
Nasarawa SUBEB chairman vows to prosecute parents who fail to enroll children. Governor Sule also announces a $90m paper mill groundbreaking today. Read more.
NDIC Reiterates N5m Deposit Insurance Cover
NDIC MD reassures depositors of N5m insurance cover, details collaboration with CBN for supervision, and warns against Ponzi schemes. Read key insights from Kano Trade Fair.
Court Upholds Ban on VIO Vehicle Impoundment
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a ban on VIOs impounding vehicles and imposing fines, awarding N1 million in damages. Read the full details of this landmark ruling.
CBN's New 72-Hour Rule for Reporting Fraudulent Transfers
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.
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.
Bandits Give Kwara Community 7-Day Ultimatum for N300m
Armed bandits have given Isapa community in Kwara a week to pay N300 million for 10 kidnapped victims, threatening to kill them and attack residents. Read the shocking details.
Verve Issues 100 Million Payment Cards Across Africa
Verve International celebrates issuing 100 million payment cards, a landmark for Africa's digital economy and financial inclusion. Discover how this homegrown brand is reshaping payments.
CBN Sets 72-Hour Deadline for Banks to Refund Fraud
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.
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