In a significant development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended Hyginus Nkwocha, a prominent businessman in Abuja. On August 21, 2024, Nkwocha, who is 35 years old, was arrested at Ever Green Estate, located behind Millennium Estate in Lugbe, Abuja. This arrest came after the EFCC received intelligence about his alleged involvement in internet fraud and money laundering.
The EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrest and noted that investigations are ongoing. Nkwocha’s arrest highlights the EFCC’s continued efforts to tackle financial crimes and uphold integrity in business practices.
A statement released Dele Oyewale,
‘’Items recovered from him include: a sum of $2,200 (Two Thousand Two Hundred Dollars), an iPhone 15 Pro Max, a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, a Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, an iPhone 13 Pro Max, a MacBook, a gold chain and pendant, a gold bracelet, a gold neck chain, Mercedes Benz ML 350, a Chevrolet Camaro, and a Mustang car.
Others include: some properties at Cookies Court 2, located in Ocean Palm Estate, Ajah, Lagos, Unit C8, Lugbe Airport Road, Abuja and Cookies Court 2, 2nd Avenue, Ocean Palm Estate, Ogombo, Lagos State.”
Stay tuned for further updates on this case as the investigation progresses.
