CBEX reportedly resumes operations despite N1.2tn EFCC probe

CBEX, a popular crypto trading platform that collapsed in April 2025, is back online even though it is being investigated for a massive fraud case involving over N1.2 trillion. The platform reportedly affected more than 600,000 Nigerian investors. According to Punch, some traders on the platform said CBEX has quietly resumed operations. New users can […]

EFCC arrests suspected fraudster who buys bank accounts details for fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a man, Olawole Sunday, for using bank account details bought from people to commit fraud. According to a statement released by the EFCC’s Benin Zonal Directorate on April 7, 2025, Sunday was involved in convincing young people to open multiple bank accounts. He would pay them […]

EFCC alerts Nigerians on 58 illegal Ponzi scheme operators

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a warning about 58 companies allegedly running illegal Ponzi schemes in Nigeria. These companies promise high returns on investments but are actually scamming people out of their money. The EFCC is urging Nigerians to be cautious and avoid falling victim to these fraudulent schemes. A Ponzi […]

Akwa Ibom Governor’s WhatsApp Number Hacked by Fraudsters

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has fallen victim to a WhatsApp hack. On Tuesday, it was revealed that fraudsters had hacked into his WhatsApp account and started sending messages to people in his contact list. These messages requested money to be sent to a specific account, promising a refund later. Ekerete Udoh, the […]