Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige pleads not guilty to N2.2bn fraud charges. He insists his three-decade public service record is unblemished. Read the full details of the EFCC case and his defence.
Olusegun Samson Adejorin, a Nigerian national, faces decades in US prison after a federal jury convicted him of wire fraud and identity theft targeting charities. Sentencing is set for April 2026.
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige has been granted bail by an FCT High Court in his ₦2.2 billion contract fraud trial. The court set strict conditions for his release. Read the full details.
Nigeria's EFCC arrests five herbalists in Osun and Lagos for fraud involving counterfeit dollars and euros. Suspects promised spiritual currency conjuring. Full story.
Nigel Baker, 56, tricked single mothers out of over £1M for his gambling. He promised marriage but exploited their trust. Read the shocking details.
PEBEC's 2025 BFA report reveals a sharp divide: NCDMB, NDLEA, and NCC excel, while ARCON and NIMC lag. Discover which agencies are driving—or hindering—Nigeria's business climate.
Oluwaseun Adekoya, a Nigerian resident in New Jersey, has been sentenced to 20 years in a US federal prison for masterminding a sophisticated $2 million identity theft and bank fraud operation. Read the full details of the multi-state scheme.
Lagos State leads Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business ranking with an 85.6% score. Discover the top states and federal MDAs driving reform.
Nosa Edokpaigbe, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to 60 months in a US federal prison for a $1.4 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. He will be deported after serving his term. Read the full details.
TotalEnergies Nigeria's Obi Imemba calls for a strategic pivot in implementing Nigeria's local content law, advocating for maximizing net value retention over rigid percentage targets. Read his full proposal.
The Central Bank of Nigeria's new draft guidelines mandate a 72-hour window for reporting suspicious transfers to qualify for refunds. Learn what this means for your digital banking security.
The Central Bank of Nigeria issues strict new rules forcing banks to refund fraud victims within 16 days. Learn how this impacts you and the fight against financial crime.
NCDMB and Bank of Industry launch a $100m equity fund to boost local oil & gas firms. Nigerian content performance rises to 61%. New rules make certificates non-transferable from 2026.
An EFCC witness reveals ex-Minister Timipre Sylva's verbal instruction led to a $13.45m payment in a $35m NCDMB fraud case. The Brass refinery project remains abandoned. Read the full details.
NCDMB and BOI launch a $100m Equity Investment Scheme to boost indigenous oil & gas firms. Nigerian content performance rises to 61%. New rules make certificates non-transferable from 2026.
Outrage as US President Donald Trump frees David Gentile, who defrauded 17,000 investors of $1.6bn, after only 12 days in jail. Read the shocking details.
Lagos High Court acquits MTN ex-staff and contractor in N1bn fraud case after settlement. EFCC ordered to return seized assets and properties immediately.
Uche David Obinali, niece of ex-Governor Rochas Okorocha, faces fraud charges for an alleged N17 million land scam in Abuja. She pleaded not guilty and was granted bail. Read the full details.
Saheed Sunday Owolabi, a Nigerian man, faces 40 years in US prison for wire fraud and money laundering in romance scams. Read the full story of the cyber fraud conviction.
NCDMB and Bellazir Limited have empowered 50 Nigerian youths with industry-ready skills in fire alarm, gas detection, and access control technologies to boost industrial safety and create jobs.
Temitope Bashua, 29-year-old Nigerian, sentenced to 30 months in US prison for $290,000 COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. Learn details of the case and consequences.
House of Representatives investigates escalating POS fraud reaching N52.26bn. Committee reveals security breaches, cloned terminals, and urgent need for regulatory framework. #POSFraud #FinancialSecurity
The UK, Canada & Australia launch #FightingVisaFraud to protect applicants from criminal networks. Learn how to avoid scams and apply safely.
Google, LinkedIn and TikTok removed over 28 million Nigerian accounts linked to fraud and harmful content in one year. Learn how this affects online security.
House of Representatives committee warns of rising POS fraud and unlicensed crypto dealings by operators. Investigation reveals security gaps and regulatory breaches in Nigeria's fintech sector.
The US Mission in Nigeria warns citizens about sophisticated fake job and visa scams. Learn how to spot fraud and protect yourself from losing money.
Disgraced ex-TV anchor Stephanie Hockridge sentenced to 10 years for multi-million dollar COVID fraud scheme. Ordered to pay $64M restitution for fake PPP loans.
A suspected ATM card scammer was brutally beaten by shoppers in Tongaat after targeting bank customers. His accomplices fled the scene. Read full details.
INEC investigates forged documents claiming PDP election postponement. Commission alerts public about fake correspondence, vows prosecution. Read full details.
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis risks jail time as he stands trial for alleged false accounting in Victor Osimhen's 2020 transfer. Trial begins December 2026.