Efcc uyo news
Here are some recent news updates from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State:
- EFCC Arrests 10 Suspects for Alleged Oil Theft: The EFCC Uyo zonal office has arrested 10 suspects for alleged oil theft in Akwa Ibom State. The suspects were arrested in a sting operation at a filling station in Uyo, where they were found with large quantities of stolen crude oil. (Source: Vanguard, March 2023)
- EFCC Recovers N1.2 Billion from Ex-Akwa Ibom Governor's Aide: The EFCC has recovered N1.2 billion from a former aide to the immediate past Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Udom Gabriel Emmanuel. The aide, who was accused of embezzling public funds, was arrested and charged to court. (Source: The Nation, February 2023)
- EFCC Arraigns 2 Suspects for Alleged Fraud: The EFCC has arraigned two suspects, who allegedly defrauded a businessman of N10 million, before a Federal High Court in Uyo. The suspects were accused of using fake documents to obtain the money from the businessman. (Source: This Day, January 2023)
- EFCC Seizes Properties Worth N500 Million from Ex-Akwa Ibom Commissioner: The EFCC has seized properties worth N500 million from a former Commissioner in Akwa Ibom State, who was accused of corrupt practices. The properties, which include a hotel and a shopping mall, were seized in a bid to recover stolen funds. (Source: Punch, December 2022)
- EFCC Arrests 3 Suspects for Alleged Internet Fraud: The EFCC has arrested three suspects for alleged internet fraud in Uyo. The suspects, who were accused of using fake emails and social media platforms to defraud unsuspecting victims, were arrested in a sting operation. (Source: Daily Trust, November 2022)
These are just a few examples of the news updates from the EFCC in Uyo. The commission is committed to fighting corruption and recovering stolen funds in Akwa Ibom State and beyond.