EFCC Details Audu's 792-Person Scam Network in Court
An EFCC witness reveals how Friday Audu coordinated a massive international crypto and romance scam. Police pledge support to SEC to combat capital market fraud. Read the full details.
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Lady's Scary 'One Chance' Encounter With Fake Dollars
A Nigerian woman shares her harrowing escape from a 'one chance' vehicle where scammers used fake dollars. Read her story and see public reactions.
Mali Marabout Arrested for €33,500 AFCON Fraud
A Malian marabout was arrested for fraud after collecting over €33,500 to 'deliver' AFCON victory. The traditional healer's scheme collapsed following Mali's quarter-final exit. Read the full story.
Teenager Arraigned for N326k Schoolgirl Scam in Osun
A 19-year-old, Olaniyan Taoheed, has been charged in Osogbo for allegedly defrauding a 16-year-old schoolgirl of N326,000 in a fake online investment scheme. The court has granted him bail.
ADC Disowns Fraudulent Membership Registration Links
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) warns against fake online membership registration links. The party confirms its official platform is not yet launched. Stay safe from scams.
SEC Warns Against Illegal Online Investment Platform
Nigeria's SEC warns the public against Voya Investment Management, an unregistered online platform falsely claiming regulatory approval. Verify all investment firms before committing funds.
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.
Police nab alleged N1bn romance scammer at Lagos airport
Airport Police Command arrests Essien Akpama, 20, linked to celebrity & romance scams defrauding US victims of over N1 billion. Suspect posed as a UN surgeon. Read the full story.
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.
Blord Dares Critics with N500k Over Tax App Scam Claims
Crypto entrepreneur Blord responds to fraud allegations tied to his new tax app with a N500k cash dare. Get the full story on the controversy and public reactions.
141 Nigerians arrested in Ghana over cybercrime
Ghanaian authorities arrest 141 Nigerians in Accra for alleged wire fraud, romance scams, and sextortion. 38 laptops and 150 phones seized. Read the full story.
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.
Visa Warns Nigerians of Top 5 Holiday Scams to Avoid
Visa outlines the most common December scams in Nigeria, from fake online deals to travel fraud. Learn how to protect your money and personal information this festive season.
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.
Son, 4 others arrested for fake kidnapping in Lagos
Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging his own kidnapping to extort N1.7 million from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.
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.
Man Arrested for Defrauding Patients at ATBUTH
ATBUTH management apprehends a man for allegedly extorting N45,000 from a gunshot victim's relatives. Hospital warns public against fraudsters. Read more.
Woman's Heartbreak After Financing Boyfriend's Move Abroad
A 37-year-old woman reveals how she brought her boyfriend abroad, financed everything, only for him to fall in love with her pregnant neighbour. Full story and video.
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.
Botswana Youths Allegedly Deceived into Fighting for Russia
Botswana investigates claims two citizens, 19 & 20, were lured into Russia's war in Ukraine via a fake military training scheme. Government urges youth vigilance against suspicious offers.
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.
SEC Alerts Public on Unregistered Glorious Wealth Fund
Nigeria's SEC warns against investing with Glorious Wealth Fund (GWF), an unregistered platform. Investors report inability to withdraw funds. Verify companies on SEC portal to avoid fraud.
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.
Nigerian Man Convicted in US Romance Scam
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.
Myus.com Accused of Scamming International Customers
Florida shipping company Myus.com faces multiple fraud allegations from foreign customers claiming stolen packages. Victims report automated denials and jurisdictional barriers when seeking justice.
Zimbabwe Fake Healer Jailed 15 Years for Attempted Rape
A Zimbabwe court sentenced fake traditional healer Cain Mushayi to 15 years for attempting to rape a woman during false spiritual cleansing. Learn how to avoid such predators.
South Africans trapped in Ukraine drone factory scheme
Seventeen South African men recruited through social media influencers are trapped in Ukraine manufacturing drones. Investigation reveals global trafficking network exploiting African youth.
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