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They stayed six months, but left with ₦2.5 billion worth of cars. Now, 15 former Plateau lawmakers, including ex-Speaker Moses Sule, have been arrested for allegedly looting state resources disguised as official vehicles. The EFCC says they never returned the cars, forcing the state to buy a new...

When does the search for justice cross into intimidation? Ghanaian developers behind Abuja’s River Park Estate say Nigerian law enforcement has gone too far. According to Premium Times, they’ve taken the Nigeria Police and EFCC to court, seeking ₦200 million in damages for alleged harassment and...

In a quiet Lagos courtroom, the clash over Nigeria’s mineral wealth took centre stage. Two Chinese nationals stood before Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke, accused by the EFCC of illegally mining and exporting key minerals – a reminder that while the ground beneath us may be rich, not everyone plays by...

A silent battle unfolds—not over fresh charges, but over treasure already taken. Former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has returned to the Nigerian court, seeking to reverse the auction of properties the EFCC once seized under corruption-related rulings. The assets—mansions...

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno’s pledge to avoid EFCC scrutiny post-tenure has drawn scepticism after his recent defection to the ruling APC, with critics questioning whether it’s a safeguard against graft probes. Gov Eno insists his fiscal prudence (e.g., sinking funds) will keep him clear of...

EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede has responded to public outcry over the agency’s inaction in the viral naira mutilation video involving ex-militant leader Tompolo, stating the footage is undergoing forensic analysis and warning against premature judgment. This explanation has triggered widespread...

The Federal Government has announced plans to sell the 753-unit luxury estate forfeited by former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele to low and middle-income Nigerians, sparking debate about the practicality of converting high-end properties into affordable housing. The abandoned estate, now overrun...

Two PremiumTrust Bank staff and three others have been arraigned for allegedly attempting to hack into the bank’s server to steal customer funds. The bank says its security systems stopped the breach. EFCC charged five suspects, including two PremiumTrust staff, with cybercrime They allegedly...

A vast estate in Abuja, once linked to former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele and now forfeited to the government, stands at the centre of a national debate. Hon. Abdussamad Dasuki sees an opportunity to transform this symbol of corruption into a sanctuary for Nigeria's military personnel. Key...

The Nigerian Senate has advanced a bill to centralize asset recovery, reducing EFCC and ICPC’s roles. The proposed agency aims to tackle inefficiencies and increase transparency in managing recovered assets. The bill seeks to amend the 2022 Proceeds of Crime Act by creating a single asset...

The EFCC has arrested 120 individuals, including 25 women, for suspected internet fraud in Lagos. Recovered items include luxury vehicles, gadgets, and incriminating documents. Arrests followed credible intelligence and surveillance across multiple Lagos locations on May 19, 2025. Items...

The EFCC has acknowledged it wrongly listed Ellie Bitar as wanted over the CBEX Ponzi scheme and has now removed his name. Ellie Bitar was erroneously named among suspects linked to the CBEX investment scam. The EFCC corrected the error after receiving new information that cleared him. Eight...

A Federal High Court in Abuja has directed businesswoman Aisha Achimugu, reportedly close to Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to honour an EFCC invitation regarding an alleged money laundering investigation. Here’s what we know so far: According to Premium Times, the EFCC approached the...