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The Digest: Aminu Tambuwal, the former governor of Sokoto State and current senator, is in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja. He is being questioned over allegations of fraudulent cash withdrawals amounting to N189 billion. Sources say the EFCC is...

The Digest: The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) has accused operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of a violent and unauthorized raid, sparking controversy over the agency's tactics. OOPL condemned the raid as an invasion of private...

The Digest: Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have reportedly raided the Green Legacy Hotel, located within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, arresting youths suspected of being internet fraudsters. Key Points: EFCC operatives stormed...

The Digest: Sources from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have strongly denied reports that Bayo Ojulari, CEO of NNPC, was abducted and forced to resign. The EFCC refuted the claims, calling them "mischievous and ridiculous." Key Points: EFCC sources dismiss claims that...

The Digest: The EFCC has initiated an investigation into a suspicious parcel containing over N426 billion in foreign currencies, intercepted at a NIPOST facility in Lagos. The parcel included Zimbabwean Dollars and Vietnamese Dong, raising concerns about financial misconduct. Key Points...

The Digest: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is currently probing 18 sitting governors for alleged financial crimes, EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede revealed. This revelation comes amidst a sensitization event where Olukoyede highlighted ongoing investigations and shared an...

The Digest: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced its intention to appeal the ruling that acquitted former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, of all money laundering and fraud allegations. This decision signifies the EFCC's continued pursuit in the high-profile...

The Digest: Ola Olukoyede, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has revealed that corrupt politicians are increasingly exploiting cryptocurrencies and other virtual assets to conceal illicit wealth and evade detection. Key Points: EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede...

The Digest: The EFCC chairman, Ola Olukoyede, revealed that a recent probe into Nigeria’s oil and gas sector has uncovered alarming levels of corruption, directly contributing to national insecurity. He emphasized that these criminal activities are a significant factor behind the nation’s...

The Digest: In a recent operation, the Kano/Jigawa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) intercepted a significant sum of N653.9 million in foreign currencies at Kano's Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. The currencies were concealed in a passenger’s luggage, sparking an...

The Digest: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, has voiced serious concern over the rising involvement of Nigerian youths in internet fraud, emphasizing its detrimental impact on the nation's reputation and its ability to attract foreign investment...

The Digest: Two promoters of the now-defunct CBEX cryptocurrency scheme have been arraigned by the EFCC for promising Nigerians an 88% return on investments without securing approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Key Points: EFCC arraigned Avwerosuo Otorudo and...

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 74 suspected internet fraudsters in a major operation in Abuja. The arrests were made at Joyous Hotel, Nyanya, following actionable intelligence. Suspects were apprehended on June 30, 2025, in a coordinated raid...

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...