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BREAKING: Full List of 10 Wanted Persons by EFCC in 2026 – See Their Names and Crimes

June 7, 2026 Omajemite Don

The long arm of the law is reaching far and wide! The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), under the leadership of Ola Olukoyede, has declared no fewer than 10…

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Another Judge Withdraws from EFCC Case Against Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami

February 12, 2026 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

Another judge has withdrawn from the EFCC case against former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, further altering proceedings in the high-profile matter before the Federal…

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APC Chieftain Names Alleged Owner of Abuja 753 Duplexes Forfeited to EFCC

December 3, 2024 Taiwo Oyedepo

Joe Igbokwe, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has alleged that the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, owns the newly seized Abuja estate with…

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EFCC Arrests Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Over Alleged Fund Misappropriation

November 26, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello over allegations of misappropriation of public funds. Bello was reportedly taken into custody on Tuesday…

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Supreme Court Dismisses Suit by Kogi, 15 Others Against EFCC, ICPC, NFIU Laws

November 15, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Supreme Court has dismissed a legal suit filed by 16 state attorneys general challenging the constitutionality of the laws establishing three major anti-graft agencies in Nigeria: the Economic and…

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EFCC Declares Yahaya Bello Fugitive, Orders Arrest on Sight

August 22, 2024 Omajemite Don

EFCC Declares Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Fugitive, Orders Arrest on Sight. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello a fugitive,…

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EFCC Detains NAHCON Chairman, Secretary Over N90 Billion Hajj Subsidy Scam

August 15, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained Jalal Arabi, the Executive Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), and Abdullahi Kontagora, the commission’s Secretary, over allegations…

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EFCC Issues Strong Warning Against July 5 Nationwide Planned Protests

July 3, 2024 Chiamaka Chinonso

EFCC Warns Against Planned Protest, Vows to Maintain Law and Order.   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a stern warning regarding a planned protest against its…

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Video: How EFCC Operatives Forcefully Enter Rooms, Assault Guests, Hotel Staff, and Steal ATM Cards, Money, Phones Like Criminals

June 28, 2024 Omajemite Don

EFCC Raid on Lagos Hotels Sparks Controversy Over Alleged Assaults and Misconduct.   In a startling development, officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) conducted a raid early…

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EFCC Operatives Caught Breaking Into Homes in Makurdi: Viral Video Sparks Outrage

June 20, 2024 Okolosi Gloria

A viral video has emerged showing operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) forcibly breaking into homes in Makurdi, Benue State. The footage, obtained by Ejes Gist News…

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Breaking: Protesters storm EFCC, demand Tinubu’s Minister N70 billion probe reopened

May 3, 2024 Omajemite Don

“On Friday, a large group of protesters from Zamfara State gathered at the entrance of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters in Abuja, demanding that the agency reopen…

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How Godwin Emefiele Printed N684.5m Notes With N18.9bn : EFCC

April 25, 2024 Okolosi Gloria

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has leveled allegations against former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, accusing him of authorizing the printing of N684,590,000 at a rate…

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EFCC Arrests Former Minister Sirika Over Nigeria Air Fraud

April 23, 2024 Omajemite Don

The EFCC has detained former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, on suspicion of involvement in an alleged N8 billion fraud.   The investigation, initiated by the EFCC in February 2024,…

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EFCC Obtains Warrant To Arrest Ex-Kogi Gov Yahaya Bello

April 17, 2024 Okolosi Gloria

Federal High Court Grants EFCC Permission to ArrestYahaya Bello,  Former Kogi Governor.   The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has granted the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) permission…

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Why We Won’t Prosecute Politicians, Celebrities Who Sprayed, Mutilated Naira Before Bobrisky – EFCC

April 14, 2024 Omajemite Don

EFCC Clarifies Position on Prosecuting Naira Abusers Before Bobrisky’s Case. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a statement clarifying its stance on prosecuting politicians and celebrities who…

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How a Dispatch Rider Turned CBN Staff Collected $3M for Godwin Emefiele

April 12, 2024 Taiwo Oyedepo

CBN Employee Testifies: How $3M Cash Was Collected for Emefiele.        A Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) employee, Mr. Monday Osazuwa, revealed to an Ikeja Special Offences Court…

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Bobrisky Sentenced to 6 Months in Prison for Naira Abuse

April 12, 2024 Omajemite Don

Bobrisky Sentenced to Six Months in Prison for Naira Abuse.    Cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has been sentenced to six months in jail by Justice Abimbola Awogboro…

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Emefiele forged documents used to pay foreign observers $6.2m: Ex-SGF

February 13, 2024 Omajemite Don

Emefiele Forged Documents Used to Pay Foreign Observers $6.2m, Says Ex-SGF Boss Mustapha.   Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, revealed on Tuesday that $6.2 million was…

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Drama As Police Arrest 5 Fake EFCC Officials In Abia

January 28, 2024 Taiwo Oyedepo

Abia Police Foil Impersonation Attempt by Fake EFCC Operatives; Five Arrested   In a significant operation, Abia State Commissioner of Police, CP Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, revealed on Saturday the successful apprehension…

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EFCC Agrees With BDCs To Spoil Black Market Rate as One Dollar Sells for Over N1,400, New Details Emerge

January 26, 2024 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

EFCC Collaborates with BDCs to Impact Black Market Exchange Rate, Exceeding N1,400 for One Dollar.   In a concerted effort to alleviate pressure on the naira within the unofficial foreign…

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