The Chairman of the Mineral Resources and Environmental Management Committee (MIREMCO) in Enugu State, Engr. Samuel Onyinye Okoro has called for a robust collaboration between his committee and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to tackle the growing menace of illegal mining in the state. This appeal was made during a courtesy visit to the EFCC’s Enugu Zonal Director, DCE Mohammed Shuaib Bello, on Friday, August 9, 2024. Engr. Okoro, who also serves as the Special Adviser to the Governor of Enugu State on Solid Minerals and Mining, highlighted the critical role of the EFCC in combating economic crimes,…
Author: Adewale A.
In a significant legal victory against cybercrime, the Edo State High Court in Benin City has convicted and sentenced five internet fraudsters to various prison terms. The convicts – Terry Ekhator, Sydney Momoh, Paul Obi, Celab Ndubuisi, and Idahosa Eghosa—were brought to justice by the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The convicted individuals were charged with offences related to obtaining false pretence and possession of fraudulent documents. The charges stemmed from their involvement in computer-related fraud, a growing concern that has attracted increased scrutiny from Nigerian authorities. One of the charges, specifically against Terry…
In a landmark series of judgements, the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured convictions against 59 individuals involved in internet fraud. The verdicts, delivered by five State High Court Judges and a Federal High Court Judge, underscore Nigeria’s intensified efforts to combat cybercrime and its associated ills. The convicted individuals faced charges spanning impersonation, cheating, possession of fraudulent documents, and obtaining money by false pretence. These offences contravene the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) (Amendment) Act, 2024, reflecting the gravity with which the Nigerian legal system treats such transgressions. One illustrative case involves Mr…
The Managing Director of Port Harcourt Refining Company Limited, Mr Ibrahim M. Onoja, has expressed his commendation for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), highlighting the Commission’s pivotal role in fostering hope and development across the nation. This accolade was delivered during the closing ceremony of a three-month specialised training on Petroleum Product Quality Analysis for five EFCC officers, held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Mr. Onoja praised the EFCC’s efforts in combating various forms of fraud and corruption, which he believes are instrumental in building national strength and hope. “I thank the EFCC for their tireless work in…
As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the professional capabilities of its staff, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) launched a four-day training programme for officers associated with its radio station on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. The training at the EFCC’s corporate headquarters in Abuja underscores the Commission’s dedication to fostering excellence and professionalism in its media communications. In his opening remarks, the Executive Chairman of the EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, emphasised the importance of staff training as a means of empowerment. He highlighted that the development of EFCC Radio is crucial for achieving the Commission’s objective of…
On July 31, 2024, Justice A.Y. Yakubu of the Gombe State High Court sentenced two individuals, Vanna Henry Nguna and Morgak Peter, to two years in prison for their involvement in internet fraud. The convictions highlight the ongoing efforts of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to combat cybercrime and fraud in Nigeria. Vanna Henry Nguna, also known as Emily Enoch, and Morgak Peter faced separate one-count charges of impersonation. They were prosecuted by the Gombe Zonal Directorate of the EFCC. The charge against Nguna detailed her actions between January and February 2024. She impersonated a female American national,…
The Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre, an agency under the Ministry of Youth Development, has called for an intensified partnership with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to enhance leadership and value orientation among Nigerian youth. This request was made during a courtesy visit by the Centre’s management team to the EFCC’s headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Leading the delegation, Director General Adesoji Eniade highlighted the existing collaboration between the Centre and the EFCC, which has facilitated the training of EFCC cadets at the Centre’s Shere Hills Institute in Jos, Plateau State. Eniade emphasised the importance…
The Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully secured the conviction and sentencing of 24 internet fraudsters, marking a significant victory in the fight against cybercrime in Nigeria. Justice G. O. Imadegbelo of the Edo State High Court in Benin City delivered the verdicts, sentencing the convicts to various jail terms and fines. The Convicted Fraudsters The individuals convicted include: Azubuike Godwin Ejike Prince Ebeli Onyeishi Precious Uboh Nelson Henry Frank Aizeyosagbov Jeremiah Osazuwa Bright Aigbovibosa Osarumwense Destiny Osagie Monday Kindrick Ugochukwu Daniel Kenedy Evun Orobosa Elvis Nosakhare Eleadi Nice Chibueze Edidiong Ndifreke Stephen…
The political landscape in Bangladesh has reached a boiling point, as protests against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina intensified dramatically on August 4, 2024. What began as a student-led movement against a contentious job quota system has erupted into widespread violence, resulting in over 70 deaths and numerous injuries. The government’s handling of the situation, marked by the mobilisation of its supporters and stringent measures, has drawn sharp criticism and heightened international scrutiny. The unrest in Bangladesh traces its roots to grievances over the job quota system, which many students and young professionals believe is unfair and discriminatory. The system, designed…
President Bola Tinubu’s bold decision to remove fuel subsidies and float the naira has ignited a heated debate across Nigeria. The move, aimed at stabilising the economy and addressing long-standing financial mismanagement, has been met with both criticism and support. This polarising decision has raised questions about the government’s transparency, the effectiveness of these economic policies, and the overall impact on the average Nigerian. The removal of fuel subsidies has long been a contentious issue in Nigeria. President Tinubu’s administration, inheriting the assets and liabilities of the previous Buhari government, chose to fully implement the subsidy removal, a policy initially…