- Interpol has confirmed the arrest of 306 cybercrime suspects across seven African countries in an international crackdown on digital fraud networks
- Nigeria recorded the highest number of arrests, with 130 suspects, including 113 foreign nationals, involved in cyber scams and investment fraud
- Authorities also seized thousands of devices, vehicles, and properties linked to cybercrime operations, as well as funds defrauded from victims
it was discovered that many arrested were victims of human trafficking and forced into illicit schemes. FB/EFCCSource: FacebookBreakdown of arrests by countryMany Nigerian Youths have made careers out of fraud.Source: TwitterOngoing investigations and future actionsEFCC set to go after Yahoo boys in Nigeria
Uromi killings: Governor Okpebholo arrives in Kano, photo emerges
Governor Monday Okpebholo on Monday visited the Kano state governor over the recent killing of northern hunters in Uromi, Edo state The victims, identified as hunters traveling from Port Harcourt to Kano for the Sallah celebration, were mistakenly accused of being kidnappers and killed by vigilantes Kwankwason Tuwita, an aide to the Kano state governor, ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Tragic Sallah day crash claims nine lives in Katsina
A lone Hummer bus accident on the Malumfashi-Kafur Road in Katsina State claimed nine lives and left 11 others injured on Sunday, March 30 The FRSC attributed the crash to speeding and loss of control, highlighting reckless driving as a persistent issue despite improved road infrastructure Authorities urged motorists to drive cautiously, especially during festive ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Rivers: Sole administrator asked to publicly declare his assets
Rivers: Sole administrator asked to publicly declare his assetsSource: Facebook READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG Continue reading here ▶
They murdered my Kano-bound passengers in Edo: Truck driver narrates ordeal
A truck driver who survived the lynching of 16 travelers in Edo state, has refuted claims that the attack was related to a tribal clash, insisting the vigilante group should be held responsible The victims, identified as hunters traveling from Port Harcourt to Kano for the Sallah celebration, were accused of being kidnappers and attacked ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Ihedioha at 60: Peter Obi, others attend ex-Imo gov’s birthday thanksgiving
Ihedioha’s political family attends eventFrancis Dike hails IhediohaIhedioha expresses gratitudeThis extraordinary outpouring of love is humbling, he remarked. READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG Continue reading here ▶