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Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Uyo Zonal Directorate, have arrested 49 suspected internet fraudsters during a coordinated sting operation across several parts of Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital. The Commission’s Head of Media and Publicity, Mr Dele Oyewale, confirmed the development in a statement on Thursday, noting that the operation …

EFCC Nabs 49 Internet Fraud Suspects in Uyo

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has recovered the body of an unidentified woman from Jabi Lake in Abuja. The discovery was reported to Jabi Division around 10:37 a.m. on Saturday, following a distress call from Jabi Lake Recreation. Detectives dispatched to the scene found the body of a woman, believed to be about …

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intensified its war on drug trafficking with arrests and seizures in Lagos, Zamfara, Adamawa, Edo, Yobe, and Taraba States. At Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, operatives intercepted two passengers who ingested narcotics before leaving Brazil. On September 16, NDLEA officers arrested Ofoma Sunday, 46, after he …

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has recorded major victories in its war against kidnappers, armed robbers, and drug dealers. At a press briefing on Friday, September 19, 2025, the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ajao S. Adewale, told newsmen that the successes were made possible through teamwork with other security agencies and …

FCT Police Crush Bandit Kingpin, Rescue Victims, Smash Robbery Gangs

 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) is mourning the sudden death of its Cross River State Commander, Chief Narcotics Officer (CN) Ogbonna Maurice Uzoma. NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, said in a statement on Friday that the development was formally conveyed to the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Agency, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd.), …

Troops from the 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (JTF OPEP) have arrested 25 suspected drug dealers and seized various illicit substances in a raid on Layin Sabon Kasuwa, in the Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The operation, carried out during intelligence-led surveillance, uncovered a hideout thought to be used by criminal …

Troops of the Nigerian Army have uncovered and dismantled an illegal arms manufacturing factory in Heipang District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, raising hopes for improved security in the troubled North-Central region. The operation, conducted on Wednesday by soldiers of the 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace, followed actionable intelligence on …

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has killed dozens of terrorists and destroyed a key stronghold in Borno State. The operation was carried out on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Bula Madibale in the Gezuwa area. Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, NAF spokesperson, confirmed the strikes in a statement released on Thursday. He said the raid followed …

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have jointly issued a stern warning to Nigerian youths, urging them to shun internet fraud, drug abuse, and other criminal activities that are tarnishing the country's global image and jeopardising opportunities for law-abiding citizens. Speaking at a youth-focused event held …

Cybercrime, Drug Abuse Responsible for Visa Bans - EFCC

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