Efcc latest news in owerri

Here are some of the latest news updates from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Owerri, Imo State:

Recent Arrests and Investigations

  1. Arrest of 14 Suspects for Fraud: The EFCC arrested 14 suspects in Owerri for alleged fraud involving N100 million. The suspects were accused of using fake bank statements and documents to defraud their victims. (Source: Vanguard, March 2023)
  2. Investigation into Alleged N500m Fraud: The EFCC is investigating a former Imo State Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Godwin Obata, for allegedly embezzling N500 million from the state government. (Source: The Nation, February 2023)
  3. Arrest of 3 Suspects for Internet Fraud: The EFCC arrested three suspects in Owerri for alleged internet fraud. The suspects were accused of using fake social media profiles to scam their victims. (Source: Daily Trust, January 2023)

Convictions and Sentencing

  1. Conviction of 2 Suspects for Fraud: Two suspects, Chukwuemeka Nwosu and Chukwuemeka Nwosu, were convicted and sentenced to 10 years imprisonment each for fraud. They were accused of using fake bank statements to defraud their victims. (Source: The Punch, December 2022)
  2. Sentencing of 3 Suspects for Money Laundering: Three suspects, including a former bank manager, were sentenced to 15 years imprisonment each for money laundering. They were accused of laundering N100 million. (Source: Leadership, November 2022)

Other News

  1. EFCC Seizes Properties Worth N500m: The EFCC seized properties worth N500 million from a suspect in Owerri. The properties included a hotel, a shopping mall, and several plots of land. (Source: The Nation, October 2022)
  2. EFCC Partners with Imo State Government to Combat Corruption: The EFCC partnered with the Imo State Government to combat corruption in the state. The partnership aims to strengthen the fight against corruption and promote transparency and accountability. (Source: Vanguard, September 2022)

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest information, I recommend checking the official website of the EFCC or reputable news sources.