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EFCC Arrests Suspected Fraudster on FBI List

By Adedapo Adesanya
Following the recent disclosure of freshly alleged fraudsters by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 36-year-old Joseph Oyediran, one of key wanted suspects on the list.
The commission took to its twitter handle to announce the arrest of the suspect, including a mugshot of his arrest, whom they said was the mastermind of a N60 million fraud.
The commission wrote via – @officialEFCC: “One of the internet fraudsters wanted by the FBI, Joseph Oyediran, arrested by EFCC operatives in Ilorin, Kwara State. Head, EFCC Ilorin Zonal Office, Isyaku Sharu, disclosed this at a press conference to give update on EFCC/FBI collaboration against internet fraud,”.
Earlier on Friday, the Zonal Head of the EFCC in Ilorin, Mr Isyaka Sharu during a media parley in Ilorin, said that the commission had been supportive of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and other anti graft agencies tackling financial crimes.
“Three weeks ago, the US authority had written to us for assistance in tracking as well as possible arrest and prosecution of two most wanted FBI suspects in Nigeria,” Sharu said.
There had been reports that the FBI in collaboration with the EFCC had indicted almost 80 Nigerians in the United States for alleged involvement in internet fraud and cybercrime, fraudulently taking millions of dollars from his victims.
Sharu said investigation conducted revealed that the suspect arrested in Ilorin had benefited to the tune of N60 million from the loot through Western Union transfers, having collaborated with those arrested in the United States.
He also said that within seven months of operation, the Ilorin Zonal Office had independently arrested no fewer than 50 other suspected internet fraudsters.
The EFCC official added that the zonal office secured the conviction of 25 others and got forfeiture of their exotic cars.
Sharu said that the money seized from the fraudsters running into millions of naira had been forfeited to the Federal Government.
The Zonal Head also said that four properties linked to some of the suspects located in choice areas of Ado Ekiti had been seized.
He said the properties, which included a super market and plaza, have a conservative value of between N800 million and one billion naira.
Sharu urged Nigerians to be united in the fight against corruption , saying only this could encourage foreign investment in the economy.
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Customs Seizes Over $1.1m From Female Passenger At Kano Airport

By Adedapo Adesanya
Operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have intercepted $1,154,900 and SR135,900 undeclared foreign currency at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA).
NCS spokesman, Mr Abdullahi Maiwada, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, revealing that the seizure was made recently during a routine baggage check on an inbound passenger, Mrs Hauwa Ibrahim Abdullahi, who arrived on Saudi Airline Flight No. SV401 from Saudi Arabia.
According to Mr Maiwada, during the physical examination of the passenger’s luggage conducted by NCS Officers, the undeclared currency was discovered concealed within palm-date fruit packs locally referred to as Dabino.
He stated that the interception aligns with the NCS’s commitment to enforcing financial regulations and preventing illicit financial flows across Nigeria’s borders.
“In line with established procedures, the suspect and the seized foreign currency have been handed over to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for further investigation and necessary legal action,” the statement read.
“Subsequently, the court convicted the defendant as charged and ordered the forfeiture of the undeclared money to the Federal Government in line with the provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act of 2022.
“The Service reiterates that all travellers must comply with Nigeria’s financial regulations, particularly the legal requirement to declare any cash or negotiable instruments exceeding the approved threshold when travelling in or out of the country. The Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act of 2022 and the Foreign Exchange (Monitoring and Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1995, provide clear guidelines on currency declaration. Non-compliance with these regulations constitutes a violation of Nigerian law and attracts severe penalties. The Service, therefore, urges the public to adhere strictly to these requirements to avoid legal consequences.
“Under the leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, the NCS remains resolute in its enforcement efforts to combat smuggling, illicit financial transactions, and other trans-border crimes.
“This latest seizure highlights the Service’s unwavering dedication to protecting the nation’s economic interests and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
“The NCS will continue to collaborate with relevant government agencies and stakeholders to strengthen border security, enhance compliance with financial laws, and safeguard Nigeria’s economy.
“Travellers and stakeholders in the financial sector are advised to remain vigilant and always adhere to lawful financial practices,” he added.
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EFCC Names 58 Ponzi Schemes Nigerians Should Avoid [Full List]

By Aduragbemi Omiyale
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has expressed concerns over the rising rate of Ponzi schemes in Nigeria amid genuine desire by citizens to seeks streams of income to survive the current harsh economic environment.
In a statement on Tuesday, the Head of Media and Publicity of the EFCC, Mr Dele Oyewale, said it has identified about 58 Ponzi scheme operators defrauding Nigerians under the guise of investment opportunities, warning members of the public to be wary of them.
He said these firms have not been registered or authorised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or the Central Bank of Nigeria9CBN) to operate in the country’s financial markets, making their operations illegal.
According to him, the commission has taken legal action against many of the entities, leading to the conviction of five, while another five have pleaded guilty and are awaiting further judicial processes, with other cases still pending arraignment.
Mr Oyewale urged victims of fraudulent schemes to come forward with complaints and assured them that efforts were ongoing to recover funds where possible.
“We urge the public to verify any investment opportunity with the CBN and SEC before engaging. The EFCC remains committed to safeguarding the public from predatory operators and ensuring a corruption-free economic environment,” he stated.
“In line with its commitment to sanitising the financial space of the nation and providing the investing public with adequate and reliable information, the EFCC hereby alerts Nigerians to the operations of 58 companies posturing as investing entities but defrauding innocent citizens of their hard-earned money,” he stated.
He said some of the flagged companies include Wales Kingdom Capital, Bethseida Group of Companies, AQM Capital Limited, Titan Multibusiness Investment Limited, Brickwall Global Investment Limited, Farmforte Limited & Agro Partnership Tech and Green Eagles Agricbusiness Solution Limited among others.
The firms are Richfield Multiconcepts Limited, Forte Asset Management Limited, (Biss Networks Nigeria Limited, S Mobile Netzone Limited, Pristine Mobile Network), Letsfarm Integrated Services, Bara Finance & Investment Limited, Vicampro Farms Limited, Brooks Network Limited, Gas Station Supply Services Limited, Brass & Books Limited, (Annexation Biz Concept & Maitanbuwal Global Venturescrowdyvest Limited,) and Crowdyvest Limited,
Others are Jadek Agro Connect Limited, Adeeva Capital Limited, Oxford International Group and Oxford Gold Integrated, Skapomah Global Limited, MBA Trading & Capital Investment Limited, TRJ Company Limited, Farm4Me Agriculture Limited, Quintessential Investment Company, Adeprinz Global Enterprises, Rockstar Establishment Limited, SU.Global Investment, Citi Trust Funding PLC, Farm Buddy, Eatrich 369 Farms & Food, Globertrot Farmsponsors Nigeria Limited, Farm Sponsors Limited, Cititrust Credit Limited, Farmfunded Agroservices Limited, Adamakin Investment & Works Limited.
The rest include Cititrust Holding PLC, Green Eagles Agribusiness Solutions Limited, Chinmark Homes & Shelters Limited, Emerald Farms & Consultant Limited, Ovaioza Farm Produce Storage Limited, Farm 360 & Agriculture Company, Requid Technologies Limited, West Agro Agriculture & Food Processing Limited, NISL Ventures Limited & Estate of Laolu Martins, XY Connect Investment Limited, River Branch Unique Investment Limited, Hallmark Capital Limited, CJC Markets Limited, Crowd One Investment, Farmkart Foods Limited, KD Likemind Stakeholders Limited, Holibiz Finance Limited, Ifeanyi Okpe Oil & Gas Services, Servapps Nigeria Limited, Barrick Gold Mining Company and 360 Agric Partners Limited.”
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Our Law Against Noise Pollution, Not Evangelism—Soludo

By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The Governor of Anambra State, Mr Charles Soludo, has explained that the recent law, which banned noise pollution in the state, was not put in place to frustrate evangelism.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Commissioner for Information, Mr Law Mefor, the Governor emphasised that preachers have nothing to fear if they do not cause noise pollution, especially at markets and other public places in the state.
It was speculated that Mr Soludo came up with the controversial law after his encounter with an itinerant preacher at the popular Onitsha Market recently.
The statement drew the attention of members of the public to the Public Health Law 2006, which prohibits noise pollution and preaching in inappropriate places like markets using loudspeakers.
The Governor advised preachers to conduct their activities in churches or designated areas where people can gather and listen to the word without disrupting others’ activities.
He stressed that noise pollution is punishable under Sections 8(1,4b) and 9(1,2) of the Public Health Laws of Anambra State, 2006.
It was noted that as a matter of precedence, a magistrate court in Nnewi made this law actionable against a church in 2019.
The public was advised to disregard any claims suggesting Governor Soludo has banned evangelism or public preaching in Anambra State, urging them to adhere to the Public Health Law and respect other people’s rights to a conducive environment.
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