Emefiele: Court fixes April 17 for adoption of addresses in trial-within-trial
An Ikeja Special Offences Court has scheduled April 17 for the adoption of final written addresses in the trial-within-trial involving Henry Omoile, who is standing trial alongside former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele. The case is part of an ongoing corruption trial linked to financial transactions worth billions. Emefiele is facing a 19-count […]
EFCC arraigns chinese for cheating
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arraigned a Chinese national before a Nigerian court over allegations of cheating and fraud in a case that has attracted public attention. According to reports, the suspect was brought before the court after investigations by the EFCC revealed alleged fraudulent activities connected to business dealings in Nigeria. Authorities say […]
₦2.4 Billion Fraud: EX-MD, NEXIM Bank, Robert Orya, Jailed 490 Years
A former Managing Director of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Robert Orya, has been convicted and sentenced to prison over a massive ₦2.4 billion fraud. The judgment was delivered on February 5, 2026, by Justice F. E. Messiri of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja, following a prosecution by the Economic and Financial […]
Alleged $9.7m terrorism financing: EFCC files fresh charge against Adamu, others
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed fresh charges against Adamu and some other individuals over an alleged $9.7 million terrorism financing case. The anti-graft agency said the new charges are part of efforts to strengthen the legal process and ensure justice is properly served. According to the EFCC, the suspects are accused […]
Anti-corruption: EFCC must not be cowed – Coalition
A coalition of civil society groups has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) not to be intimidated or pressured in its fight against corruption. The group said the agency must remain bold and independent, especially as it handles high-profile cases involving powerful individuals. According to the coalition, attempts to distract or weaken the […]
EFCC files appeal against release of 27 properties belonging to Okoye, company
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed an appeal against a court order that allowed the release of 27 properties belonging to Okoye and his company. The anti-graft agency argued that the assets are linked to ongoing investigations into alleged financial crimes. EFCC’s legal team stated that releasing the properties could hinder further […]
EFCC declares Timipre Sylva wanted
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Timipre Sylva, former Minister of Petroleum Resources and ex-Governor of Bayelsa State, wanted by authorities. Sylva is wanted in connection with alleged conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14,859,257, funds injected by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) into Atlantic International Refinery and Petrochemical Limited […]
Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon Can Damage Investors’ Confidence – CPPE
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has expressed serious concern over President Bola Tinubu’s recent presidential pardon, warning that it could weaken investors’ confidence in Nigeria’s economy. The organisation said the decision to pardon individuals convicted of economic and financial crimes sends the wrong signal to both domestic and foreign investors. In […]
Poor parenting, family neglect responsible for financial crimes among youths – EFCC boss, Olukoyede
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has said that poor parenting and neglect at home are major reasons why many Nigerian youths are getting involved in financial crimes. Speaking in Kaduna on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Olukoyede—represented by Assistant Commander […]
18 serving governors currently under investigation – EFCC Chairman
The Chairman of Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency, the EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, has revealed that 18 governors who are currently serving are being investigated for different financial crimes. Olukoyede shared this update on Friday during an event held in Lagos. The event was aimed at educating people on the misuse of Nigeria’s currency, the naira. He explained […]