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EFCC Exposes Audu's 792-Person Crypto Scam Network in Court

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.

15/01/2026 04:47

Nigerian Lady's Terrifying 'One Chance' Encounter: How Fake Dollars Almost Scammed Her

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.

14/01/2026 21:58

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.

13/01/2026 07:40

19-Year-Old Arraigned in Osun for Scamming Schoolgirl of N326,000 in Ponzi Scheme

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.

12/01/2026 20:01

ADC Warns Public: Fake Membership Registration Links in Circulation

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.

11/01/2026 12:11

Blord Flaunts Multi-Million Naira Garage, Names Car After Rival Verydarkman

Blord's Garage Tour Stirs Reactions Over Car Name

Crypto boss Blord shows off his luxury car collection, naming one Mercedes after rival Verydarkman. The video shared by Tunde Ednut has divided fans online. Read more.

10/01/2026 16:27

Blord Reveals How ₦60M Church Roofing at Age 25 Doubled His Wealth

Blord: ₦60M Church Project Doubled My Wealth at 25

Cryptocurrency entrepreneur Blord recounts spending ₦60 million to roof his community's abandoned church at age 25 and claims the act significantly boosted his finances. Read the full story and netizens' reactions.

09/01/2026 18:22

Busha Rebrands: From Crypto Exchange to All-in-One Money App for Nigeria

Busha Unveils New Brand, App & Expanded Financial Services

Busha, a licensed Nigerian crypto exchange, has rebranded and launched new services like local currency savings and asset-backed loans, evolving into a comprehensive digital finance platform. Discover the future of money management.

09/01/2026 18:02

SEC Warns Nigerians Against Voya Investment Management Scam

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.

07/01/2026 18:20

Nigerian Boy Sparks Family Crisis After Using School Fees to Buy Bitcoin

Nigerian Boy Uses School Fees to Buy Bitcoin, Dad Rages

A Nigerian father was left furious after discovering his son used his entire school fees to invest in Bitcoin. The viral story has sparked intense online debate about risky investments and financial responsibility among youths.

07/01/2026 16:57

20-Year-Old Arrested at Lagos Airport Over ₦1 Billion Romance Scam

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.

07/01/2026 12:52

Airport Police Arrest 20-Year-Old Alleged Romance Scammer in N1bn Fraud Case

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.

06/01/2026 21:30

Police Arrest 20-Year-Old Over N1bn International Romance Scam at Lagos Airport

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.

06/01/2026 19:23

Nigerians Mock Crypto Mogul Blord Over Tax Evasion App: 'I'd Rather Pay Tinubu's 20%'

Blord's Tax Evasion App Sparks Public Mockery, Distrust

Crypto entrepreneur Blord faces online ridicule after promoting an app to avoid 2026 taxes. Nigerians express deep distrust, citing his past arrest and preferring to pay government taxes.

31/12/2025 13:11

Blord Offers N500k Challenge to Critics Over Tax App Scam Allegations

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.

31/12/2025 11:45

Nigeria's 2026 Crypto Tax: Youth, Adoption & Reform Clash

Nigeria's 2026 Crypto Tax Reform and Youth Adoption

As Nigeria becomes a top crypto hub, new 2026 tax reforms spark debate among its youth-driven market. Explore the impact, global comparisons, and trader concerns.

30/12/2025 16:46

Bitcoin's Plunge Rattles Companies: How Crypto Bets Backfired in 2025

Bitcoin's 2025 Plunge Rattles Corporate Investors

The year-end cryptocurrency crash exposes risks for companies like Strategy that bet heavily on bitcoin. Learn why their models are under pressure and what the future holds for corporate crypto holdings.

28/12/2025 09:42

141 Nigerians Arrested in Ghana for Cybercrime: Romance Scams, Sextortion

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.

28/12/2025 07:53

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.

26/12/2025 13:37

N-HYPPADEC Warns Public Over Fake Recruitment Exercise in Niger State

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.

25/12/2025 21:18

5 Holiday Scams Targeting Nigerians & How to Stay Safe | Visa Alert

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.

24/12/2025 13:30

Brainjotter Signs Apex Network Crypto Deal, Eyes Social Change

Brainjotter Becomes Apex Network Brand Ambassador

Popular skit maker Brainjotter partners with Apex Network as brand ambassador. He cites integrity as key, aiming to drive positive social media change. Read more.

23/12/2025 02:15

Lagos Housewife Arrested for Faking Kidnap to Extort ₦2.5m from Husband

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.

21/12/2025 11:18

Cameroonian Woman Defrauded of N2m in Ogun Visa Scam, DPO Intervenes

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.

19/12/2025 14:16

Lagos Police Nab 5, Including Son, for Staged Kidnapping to Extort N1.7m from Mother

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.

19/12/2025 09:14

EFCC Nabs Herbalists with $3.4M, €280K Fake Notes in Osun, Lagos

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.

17/12/2025 17:23

Elderly Man Arrested for Swindling Patients at ATBUTH in Bauchi

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.

17/12/2025 14:28

37-Year-Old Woman's Heartbreak: Financed Boyfriend's Move Abroad, He Left Her for Neighbour

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.

17/12/2025 11:09

Stealth Money Launches Africa's First Bitcoin Self-Custody Service in Nigeria

Bitcoin Self-Custody Service Launches in Nigeria

Stealth Money introduces Africa's pioneering Bitcoin self-custody platform in Nigeria, offering secure hardware wallet delivery in Naira. Take control of your digital assets today.

17/12/2025 08:06