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Nine Chinese nationals have been jailed for one year by a Federal High Court in Lagos after pleading guilty to cyber-terrorism and internet fraud. Arrested in December 2024 during an EFCC sting operation, they were fined ₦1m each and will be deported to China after serving their sentences.
  • Convicted of cyber-terrorism and internet fraud.
  • Arrested during the December 2024 sting by EFCC.
  • Part of a 792-member network behind crypto and romance scams.
  • Each sentenced to 1 year, fined ₦1 million.
  • Deportation to China was ordered post-sentence.
  • Devices were forfeited to the Nigerian government.
The convictions spotlight the global dimensions of cybercrime networks operating in Nigeria. While the EFCC’s crackdown sends a strong message, concerns linger over how deep these scams run and how many remain under the radar. The swift sentencing and deportation order also signal tighter diplomatic cooperation in cybercrime prosecution.