A prosecution witness has told the court that former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello was not involved in the property deals under investigation. An Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) witness on Tuesday testified that Yahaya Bello had no role in the property transactions linked to the ongoing alleged money laundering case against the former…
FG panel reveals Bobrisky allegedly enjoyed special prison privileges in Kirikiri, including a soundproof cell, mobile phones, private meals, and frequent visitors during his jail term. The Federal Government’s investigative panel has revealed fresh details about the treatment given to popular crossdresser, Bobrisky, during his prison stay. According to the report, Bobrisky enjoyed several special…
The anti-graft agency says massive spending during party primaries is fueling electoral corruption ahead of the 2027 elections. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed that governorship aspirants across Nigeria spent more than ₦30 billion during party primaries. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, disclosed this while speaking at a lecture on electoral integrity. He…
Chidi Odinkalu, a human rights lawyer, has criticised Olanipekun Olukoyede, chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), over his claim that a majority of Nigerian university students are involved in cybercrime. In a post on X on Wednesday, Odinkalu described the assertion as “irresponsible” and outside the mandate of the anti-graft agency. “The…
The alleged money laundering trial of former Kogi governor Yahaya Bello has been postponed until May. Yahaya Bello’s ongoing trial over alleged money laundering was adjourned on Friday by the Federal High Court in Abuja. Justice Emeka Nwite fixed May 6 and 7, 2026, for continuation of the cross-examination of the 12th prosecution witness. The…
A federal capital territory (FCT) high court in Abuja has issued a warrant of arrest against Sadiya Umar Farouq, former minister of humanitarian affairs, disaster management, and social development, and Bashir Nura Alkali, a permanent secretary in the ministry. The warrant was issued on Thursday by Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie after the defendants failed to appear…
The Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission secured the conviction and sentence of Osamudiamen Philip Ikilo for fraud. As reported by ALO360 the agency prosecuted the case successfully in Edo State. EFCC Arraigns Defendant The Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission arraigned Osamudiamen Philip Ikilo before Justice…
The Federal High Court in Abuja convicted and sentenced former Acting Accountant-General of the Federation Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku to 72 years in prison. As reported by ALO360 the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission secured the judgment on March 20 2026 for laundering N868.46 million. EFCC Prosecutes High Profile Case The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission…
EFCC interrogates Justice John Tsoho following interception of spouse with large cash sum en route to Benue State amid separate asset declaration probe EFCC Questions Chief Judge Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission interrogated Justice John Tsoho, the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, for several hours on Tuesday. The questioning focused…
Justice Ismail Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja sentenced Obiajulu Emeka Emmanuel on March 9, 2026. The judge found him guilty of fraud. Moreover, Justice Ismail Ijelu imposed a one-year prison term effective immediately. Additionally, the court ordered the convict to pay a fine of one million naira within 30 days….
