The Digest:
An Austrian national, Kavlak Onal, has been arraigned by the EFCC for failing to declare $800,575 and €651,505 at Murtala Muhammed International Airport. He pleaded not guilty to charges under the Money Laundering Act
Key Points :
- Onal was arrested on December 13, 2025, during outward clearance.
- He was travelling to Australia when customs officers detained him.
- The undeclared funds total over ₦2 billion in naira value.
- He faces two counts under the Money Laundering Act 2022.
- Onal pleaded not guilty before Justice Yellim Bogoro.
- His lawyer requested remand in EFCC custody pending bail.
- The case has been adjourned to January 16, 2026.
Sources: The Cable, EFCC
