Efcc latest news in edo state

Here are the latest news updates on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Edo State:

Recent Arrests and Investigations

  1. Arrest of 14 Suspects for Alleged Fraud: The EFCC has arrested 14 suspects in Benin City, Edo State, for alleged fraud involving N1.2 billion. The suspects are accused of defrauding a company of the sum through a series of fraudulent transactions. (Source: Vanguard, March 2023)
  2. Investigation into Alleged N500m Fraud: The EFCC is investigating a former Commissioner for Finance in Edo State, Mr. Joseph Egan, for alleged fraud involving N500 million. Egan is accused of misappropriating the funds meant for the payment of salaries of civil servants in the state. (Source: The Nation, February 2023)
  3. Arrest of 3 Suspects for Alleged Oil Theft: The EFCC has arrested three suspects in Benin City for alleged oil theft. The suspects are accused of stealing crude oil worth N100 million from a pipeline in the state. (Source: Daily Trust, January 2023)

Convictions and Sentencing

  1. Conviction of 2 Suspects for Alleged Fraud: Two suspects, Mr. and Mrs. Osaigbovo, have been convicted by a Federal High Court in Benin City for alleged fraud involving N10 million. The couple was accused of defrauding a company of the sum through a series of fraudulent transactions. (Source: The Punch, December 2022)
  2. Sentencing of 1 Suspect for Alleged Money Laundering: A suspect, Mr. Osagie, has been sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for alleged money laundering. Osagie was accused of laundering N50 million through a series of fraudulent transactions. (Source: Leadership, November 2022)

Other Developments

  1. EFCC Seizes Properties Worth N500m: The EFCC has seized properties worth N500 million in Benin City from a suspect accused of fraud. The properties include a hotel, a shopping mall, and several plots of land. (Source: This Day, October 2022)
  2. EFCC Partners with Edo State Government to Combat Corruption: The EFCC has partnered with the Edo State Government to combat corruption in the state. The partnership aims to strengthen the fight against corruption and ensure that those found guilty are brought to justice. (Source: The Guardian, September 2022)

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be comprehensive. It is always a good idea to verify information through reputable sources.