…According to the police, the group created convincing police websites to support the scam, after which the victims’ cryptocurrency was immediately stolen and laundered through a complex financial network. The Met said detectives found that the suspects funded lavish lifestyles with the proceeds of the fraud, purchasing…

…Shmurda has denied reports claiming he lost $4 million in an alleged Lagos property scam, describing the story as false. The rumours gained traction after a viral report alleged that the singer broke down in tears during an Instagram Live session over a fraudulent property deal. However, the singer debunked the reports…

…to its official government guidance page for complete information on avoiding visa scamsFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues London, United Kingdom - The UK Visas and Immigration…

…of Igangan residents, the N7.7bn surveillance aircraft deal, the firefighting truck scam, the possession of lethal weapons by Mukaila Auxiliary, the N50bn Bodija explosion relief fund, the Agbowo Shopping Complex contract, the Ibadan Airport and stadium upgrade projects, loan scandals, among others.” The position by th…

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…lawful investigations. In a country battling identity fraud, cybercrime and financial scams, this is not a minor benefit. This is why the clean-up should not be seen as a punishment of the industry. It should be seen as preparation for the next phase of the industry. For MTN, it confirms the depth of its active base an…

…the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for an alleged $75,000 romance scam. Rumours circulated that a 49-year-old American citizen had filed a complaint against the Nollywood star, sparking a joint inquiry by both agencies. However, in a recent Facebook post, Ogbonna disputed the allegations, calling t…

…When rogues are faced with vulnerability and imminent danger, they invariably scamper away, tails between their legs. Those who want a Nigeria changed for the better cannot dally with distractions. Pay no attention whatsoever to money-motivated sorcerers striking prophetic poses, and claiming that the Maidugiri United…

Ghanaian Influencer Abu Trica extradited to US over alleged $8m romance scam targeting elderly Americans Ghanaian social media influencer Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, has been extradited to the United States to face trial for allegedly running a romance scam that defrauded elderly Americans of over $8m…

…feel my body at all. I’ve also been battling bedsores." She also alleged that she was scammed by some individuals who claimed they could treat spinal cord injuries. "Over the years, I’ve seen so many doctors, quarks and a lot of doctors have even scammed me. Some of them that don’t even know anything about spinal cord,…

…her candidacy. Convicted again on appeal on Tuesday over a fake European Parliament jobs scame, she was cleared to run for office but said she would take the case to France’s highest court, allowing her to avoid wearing an electronic tag on the campaign trail. “The court has restored my eligibility. I am innocent, and…

…he believes there is some truth to the controversial claim that Western education is a “scam,” while stressing that success is not determined solely by academic qualifications. Speaking in a recent interview with media personality Joey Akan, Jim Iyke argued that many former students, including himself, have gone on to…

…Recall that Adeniyi had gone into hiding, following revelations that he had allegedly scammed the Federal Government through the creation of a fake presidential council. The arrest came on a day Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, OAGF, clarified that no Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, account was success…

…is highly scandalous and very shameful! In what way is this different from the cases of scammers whom the Economic and Financial Crime Commission hunts for daily in its bid to rid the nation of fraudsters who, unfortunately, have succeeded in colouring all Nigerians with the same odious brush at entry points all over t…

…that the incidents shattered the community's serenity, causing panic as some residents scampered for safety, taking refuge in the bushes. When contacted, spokesperson of the State Police Command, Blessing Agabe, an Assistant Superintendent of Police, confirmed the incident. She stated, "I can confirm the incident. Two…

…the management would pursue legal action against anyone found involved in the employment scam and would cooperate fully with law enforcement and anti-corruption agencies by providing relevant information for investigation. Reaffirming the hospital’s commitment to transparency and accountability, Fayehun said FUTATH rem…

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru The Presidency has told the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to unmask the internal criminal elements working with Prince Matthew Adeniyi to operate a fictitious presidential agency for prosecution. The Presidency alleged that there are in…

…issued on Friday in Abuja by its Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, said the scam was being perpetrated by criminals impersonating senior officials of the agency. Babafemi said the fraudsters were using the names of top NDLEA officials, particularly the Secretary to the Agency, Mr Shadrach Haruna, to circul…

…Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukayode, has decried the activities of internet scammers popularly known as Yahoo Boys, revealing how over N7.2 million was wiped from the account of a serving judge at midnight. Speaking during the public presentation of two books authored by a retired high court judge, Justice Alab…

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…that Nigerian children are no longer interested in education. They say education is a scam.because all around them, they see those who have gone to universities but have no jobs. There's no meaningful impact on their lives by the education they have received in Nigerian schools. So education is down. The ADC will come…

…Akpan subsequently adjourned the matter until July 1, 2026, for cross-examination. N740m scam trial: Witness claims she paid N58m, got excuses instead of returns

…for Nigerians abroad and exposed many to fraudsters. "Some of us have fallen victim to scammers while trying to renew our passports or obtain new ones for our children," he said. A Northampton-based father, Laolu Adetutu, also lamented difficulties in obtaining a National Identification Number (NIN), a key requirement…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a Nigerian-American citizen over an alleged cross-border vehicle import scam involving