The EFCC boss says more than five of the dismissed officials are already facing prosecution.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Abdulrasheed Abdullahi Maina, a former chairman of the Pension Reform Task Team, wanted. Maina, 61, was previously convicted of money l… · Photo : Dashu Pagla · CC BY · Flickr

Chair Garel announced the passing of Green Diamond firefighter Jason Ensign, extended condolences from the EFCC and Oregon landowners, and led the committee in a brief moment of silence before adjourning.

he Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Abuja Zonal Directorate has arraigned a Chinese national, Zhang Wen Hao, before the Nasarawa High Court sitting in Mararaba. The defendant appeared b...

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, has expressed concern over the high number,,, The post We’ve too many Pastors, Imams in our financial crime case files — EFCC boss appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, has warned religious leaders against diverting tithes.. The post EFCC boss to Religious leaders: Diverting tithes, offerings, zakat to private businesses criminal appeared first on Tribune Online.

GistReel The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, has called for a review of religious titles used by pastors, imams and other religious leaders facing financial crime cases. Olukoyede made the call while speaking at the 2026 Second Council Meeting of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) in Abuja. According to him, the EFCC’s case files contain…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, the suspended South-West zonal coordinator of the women wing of the City Boy Movement, over alleged fraud involving fake federal government appointments and contracts. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the development on Saturday, saying she was taken into custody on September 8. "She is in our custody," Oyewale said.

Former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team (PRTT), Dr Abdulrasheed Maina, has responded to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s... The post EFCC wanted notice: Maina breaks silence, seeks notice of allegation appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has warned local government chairmen that increased financial resources at the grassroots will come with greater scrutiny, stressing that no public official will be beyond the reach of accountability. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, gave the warning on Tuesday in Abuja at the maiden Annual National Conference of Local Government Council Chairmen and Traditional Rulers Councils.

Rights activist and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) chieftain, Aisha Yesufu, has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of turning a blind eye to vote-buying and electoral malpractices during elections in Nigeria, particularly highlighting concerns over the ongoing gubernatorial election in Ekiti State. In a series of posts on X, formerly known as Twitter, Yesufu expressed frustration over the lack of action against electoral misconduct, suggesting that the current system unfairly penalizes law-abiding citizens while those engaging in vote-buying often escape consequences.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it recovered N1.233 trillion in 34 months under the leadership of its Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, as the anti-graft agency continues its crackdown on financial crimes in Nigeria. The commission disclosed the figure in a video published on its official X account on Thursday, outlining its activities between October 1, 2023, and July 31, 2026.

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has challenged religious institutions across Nigeria to rethink the practice of celebrating wealthy individuals without questioning the sources of their wealth. Olukoyede made the call on Wednesday at the 2026 Second Council Meeting of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) in Abuja, where he spoke on the theme, “Shared Sacred Flourishing in Nigeria.”

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared former Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Pension Reforms, Abdulrasheed Abdullahi Maina, wanted over an alleged case of receiving stolen property. Maina, 61, was declared wanted in a notice signed by the EFCC Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale. The commission identified him as an indigene of Biu, Borno State, and appealed to members of the public with credible information about his whereabouts to contact its offices across the country or reach the agency through its designated communication channels.

A Nigerian court has ruled that the prolonged acting tenure of Ibrahim Magu as chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is illegal. The decision, issued by an appeal court, chal… · Photo : MDGovpics · CC BY · Flickr

Jason Sippel to leave US bank after more than two decades for UK-based macro firm

In a strong statement addressing the rising concerns about financial fraud in Nigeria, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) issued a warning to banks and financial institutions, urging ...