Court dismisses N1bn fraud case against MTN ex-staff
Lagos High Court acquits MTN ex-staff and contractor in N1bn fraud case after settlement. EFCC ordered to return seized assets and properties immediately.
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Court Dismisses ₦1B Fraud Charge in Yellow Estate Case
Lagos High Court dismisses fraud charges against contractor and ex-MTN staff in ₦1 billion Yellow Estate case. EFCC ordered to return seized assets after settlement.
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.
House Committee Warns of Digital Payment Vulnerabilities
A House of Representatives committee reveals alarming cybersecurity gaps in Nigeria's digital payment systems, exposing citizens to fraud and national security risks. Learn how to protect your finances.
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.
UK Warns Nigerians: Visa Fraud Leads to 10-Year Ban
British High Commission warns Nigerians against visa fraud, revealing offenders face 10-year travel bans. Joint UK-Canada-Australia campaign targets fraudulent immigration facilitators.
DevFest Lagos 2025 Delivers Tech Insights Amid Changes
DevFest Lagos 2025 brought together Nigeria's tech community for five days of learning, networking, and honest conversations about the industry's future. Discover key insights from top speakers.
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.
Son hid mum's body, stole her pension for 3 years
A 56-year-old Italian man concealed his mother's body for three years while impersonating her to collect her pension, pocketing €55,000 annually. Read this shocking true crime story.
Nigeria, Tech Giants Remove 28M Fraud Accounts
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.
Nigerian lawmakers investigate rising POS fraud cases
House of Representatives investigates escalating POS fraud reaching N52.26bn. Committee reveals security breaches, cloned terminals, and urgent need for regulatory framework. #POSFraud #FinancialSecurity
UK, Canada, Australia Launch Joint Visa Fraud Campaign
The UK, Canada & Australia launch #FightingVisaFraud to protect applicants from criminal networks. Learn how to avoid scams and apply safely.
Tech Giants Deactivate 28M Nigerian Fraud Accounts
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.
Reps Committee Raises Alarm Over POS Fraud
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.
US Warns Nigerians of Fake Jobs and Visa Scams
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.
Former Anchor Sentenced in Massive COVID Fraud Case
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.
ATM scammer beaten by angry mob in South Africa
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 Probes PDP Signature Forgery in Ekiti Crisis
INEC investigates forged documents claiming PDP election postponement. Commission alerts public about fake correspondence, vows prosecution. Read full details.
Napoli President Trial for Osimhen Transfer Fraud
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 Warn Customers Over Rising Fraud
Nigerian banks issue urgent fraud warnings to customers during International Fraud Awareness Week 2025. Learn how to protect your accounts from sophisticated scams.
Fake Babcock Hospital Surgeon Arrested for Sexual Assault
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.
Court rejects Ajudua's bail application on health grounds
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.
Tailor apprentice jailed for N450k internet fraud
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.
N20bn Money Laundering Case Adjourned to Dec 16
Federal High Court Lagos adjourns Taiwo Ibitola Taiwo's N20 billion money laundering case to December 16, 2025. The businesswoman faces fraud and conversion charges over family inheritance.
$4.7T Lost to Fraud Yearly - CIFCFIN Warning
CIFCFIN urges unified action against fraud costing $4.7T globally. Dr. Gashinbaki calls for strengthened regulations, ethical culture during International Fraud Week.
DSS arrests man impersonating PMT staff in Enugu
Peace Mass Transit confirms arrest of impersonator Cletus Onwe by DSS operatives. Suspect allegedly duped customers of millions in logistics scam. Read full details.
Nigerians Jailed in US for $4.5M Money Laundering
Two Nigerian men sentenced to US prison for laundering $4.5M from romance scams targeting the elderly. Learn the details of the sentencing and restitution.
PalmPay's Kano Anti-Fraud March Targets Cyber Scammers
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.
Man Gets 50 Years for Actor Impersonation Scam
Lagos High Court sentences fraudster to 50 years for impersonating actor Fredrick Leonard to scam woman of £15,000. EFCC secures conviction after full trial. Read details.
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