23 小时之前 · Nigerian authorities brought 53 individuals, including 40 Chinese nationals, before the Federal High Court in Lagos this week on charges of cyber fraud and identity theft.The suspects are believed to have been involved in defrauding victims worldwide. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) accused the defendants of offenses ranging from …

2025年1月31日 · They are members of the syndicate of 792 alleged cryptocurrency investment and romance fraud suspects arrested on December 19, 2024 in Lagos during a surprise operation tagged “Eagle Flush Operation” by operatives of the EFCC. ... (AKA A. YOU) sometime in December 2024 at Lagos, Nigeria, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court ...

The individuals are allegedly part of a syndicate of 792 cryptocurrency investment and romance fraud suspects apprehended during the EFCC’s "Eagle Flush Operation" on December 19, 2024, in Lagos.

2024年5月13日 · In Lagos, Nigeria each day scammers head to the local cafe, sit down at their computers, and send thousands of emails congratulating the recipients of their lucky win of large sums of money in some online foreign lottery.

2024年12月17日 · The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said the suspects, including 148 Chinese and 40 Filipino nationals, were detained on December 10 at the seven-storey Big Leaf Building in...

2024年12月17日 · The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 193 foreign nationals in a busted operation against a cybercrime and cryptocurrency fraud syndicate in Lagos.

The most common scams involve someone allegedly in Nigeria who is in some sort of trouble, ranging from detention to extortion or hospitalization. Inevitably, the sender is making an appeal for money.

2024年12月17日 · The suspects, including 148 Chinese and 40 Filipino nationals, were detained on 10 Dec. at the seven-storey Big Leaf Building in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial capital, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission spokesperson Wilson Uwujaren said.

2024年12月16日 · Nearly 800 fraudsters, allegedly responsible for working a sophisticated romance scam targeting mostly Americans and Europeans on Instagram and WhatsApp, have been busted by Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

2024年12月18日 · A network of 792 people has been arrested in Lagos, Nigeria’s most populated city, for their alleged involvement in a large-scale cryptocurrency fraud scheme and romance scam activity. The arrest was made public on December 16 by Ola Olukoyede, the Executive Chairman of Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

2024年12月18日 · Nigeria's anti-graft agency has arrested 792 suspects in connection with a large-scale fraud operation. The suspects allegedly used romance scams and fake cryptocurrency investments to...

2024年12月16日 · Nigeria’s anti-graft agency said it had arrested 792 suspects in a raid on a building believed to be a hub for fraudsters who lured victims with offers of romance, then pressed them to hand...

2024年6月23日 · In 2020, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reported nearly $2.5 billion in losses tied to cybercrimes originating in Nigeria. But why and how has Nigeria gained this ‘reputation’ as a source of so many, industrial-scale scams?

2024年12月16日 · The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, says its operatives have apprehended 792 suspects over cryptocurrency investment fraud, romance scam and other related offences. Wilson...

2024年12月17日 · LAGOS, Nigeria – Nigeria’s anti-graft agency said it had arrested 792 suspects in a raid on a building believed to be a hub for fraudsters who lured victims with offers of romance, then pressed...

By being aware of common scams and adopting security best practices, you can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to fraud. Stay informed, and if you ever feel uncertain about a situation, seek advice from trusted sources before proceeding.

2024年12月17日 · Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it has arrested 792 people, including foreign nationals, for allegedly engaging in online cryptocurrency investment fraud and romance scams.

2024年12月17日 · LAGOS, Nigeria - Nigeria's anti-graft agency said it had arrested 792 suspects in a raid on a building believed to be a hub for fraudsters who lured victims with offers of romance, then pressed them to hand over cash for phoney cryptocurrency investments.

1 天前 · The Lagos Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday, February 6, 2025, arraigned nine Chinese nationals and a company, Genting International Co. Ltd ...

1 天前 · The EFCC stated that the defendants are part of a group of 792 suspected individuals involved in cryptocurrency investment and romance fraud, who were apprehended on Tuesday, December 10 in Lagos ...

2 天之前 · The court thereafter set trial dates for February 21 and March 14, 2025. According to the EFCC, the accused individuals engaged in criminal activities that involved unauthorized access to computer systems, cyber terrorism, cryptocurrency fraud, and romance scams, all of which pose a threat to Nigeria’s economic and social stability.

2024年12月17日 · Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 792 individuals in connection with an alleged large-scale crypto romance scam. The arrests took place on December 10 at a building in Lagos, Nigeria’s largest city, suspected to be a major hub for fraudulent activities.

2024年12月29日 · Stay Informed: Keep abreast of common scam tactics and areas with high fraud prevalence to enhance personal vigilance. By exercising due diligence and maintaining awareness of these high-risk areas, businesspersons can better protect themselves from scams and conduct safer transactions in Lagos.

2019年8月24日 · For years, dozens of scammers from Nigeria and other countries swindled millions of dollars from U.S. businesses and individuals, funneling the stolen money through accounts provided by two...

4 天之前 · Lagos hideout where foreigners pay Nigerian recruits N300k for romance scam He further told the court that Bello was remorseful. “I have spoken to him and he has promised not to do such again.

Welcome to Letters from Lagos! Join hosts Nuutz Onurchin and his animated sidekick, Grifty the Parrot, on a thrilling adventure through the world of scams, scambaiting, and cyber shenanigans. Our ...