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EFCC Expresses Concerns Over Rising Cybercrime and Land Fraud in South East
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has raised an alarm over the increasing prevalence of cybercrimes and land fraud in the South East region. Aliyu Naibi, the agency’s Enugu Zonal Commander, addressed journalists during an anti-corruption road walk in Enugu, highlighting the detrimental impact of land fraud on investments and announcing measures taken by the EFCC to combat the issue.
Naibi acknowledged the challenges posed by people using land to defraud others and the surge in cybercrimes, particularly involving youth. He called on stakeholders, including community leaders, religious figures, and traditional rulers, to intervene and address these issues, emphasizing the need for collective action to curb economic sabotage and attract investors to the region.
During the road walk, organized to commemorate the International Anti-Corruption Day, Naibi stressed the importance of creating awareness about the negative effects of corruption. He delivered a message from the Executive Chairman of the EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, urging anti-corruption stakeholders to unite and support the commission’s efforts in breaking the chain of corruption.
Naibi outlined the EFCC’s commitment to collaboration with local and foreign law enforcement agencies, professionalism, and strict adherence to the rule of law. He emphasized that increased professionalism and adherence to the rule of law are essential for restoring investors’ confidence, fostering economic growth, and improving Nigeria’s international image.
In his leadership role, Naibi vowed to prioritize creating a conducive environment for job creation, opening up investment space across the country, and improving the nation’s international standing. He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for arbitrariness and called on EFCC operatives to be diligent and resourceful in their assigned tasks, promising to address any infractions traceable to unethical practices.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported its seventh partial grid collapse in 2024. Despite the recurring issue, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, reassured the public that efforts to restore power are well underway, with about 90% of substations receiving bulk power.
Mbah noted that the Azura Power Station initiated the grid recovery, although a minor setback occurred. However, power supply has been restored to the Abuja region and other key distribution centers. The Ibom Gas Generating Station remained unaffected, continuing to supply power to the South-South region.
An investigation into the cause of the collapse will commence once full grid restoration is achieved.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic tanker explosion in Jigawa State, which claimed over 100 lives. In a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, extended condolences to the affected families, praying for strength and comfort in their time of grief.
Shettima assured the public that the federal government is mobilizing resources to support the injured and assist those affected. He has directed the immediate deployment of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide aid. The Vice President also stressed the need for a review of fuel transportation safety protocols to prevent future incidents.
In a separate statement, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu offered her condolences to Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi and the people of Jigawa, praying for peace and comfort for the families affected. She called the incident “unfortunate” and extended prayers for the recovery of the injured and the repose of the souls lost in the tragedy.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has revealed that it intercepted a total of 10,598 pieces of arms and 114,929 rounds of ammunition valued at N9.58 billion over the past six years. Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, made this disclosure during a press conference on enforcement activities in Zone A.
Adeniyi highlighted that 60% of these seizures occurred in 2023, reflecting the Customs’ increased efforts to curb arms smuggling. He also mentioned that recent operations such as Operation Whirlwind and Operation Swift Sting are part of a strategic response to tackle evolving smuggling tactics.
In addition to arms seizures, the Customs CG announced the largest pangolin scale seizure since 2020, with 9,493 kg of scales confiscated in collaboration with the Wildlife Justice Commission. The joint operation led to four arrests across Kano, Kaduna, and Lagos. The NCS continues to intensify efforts against wildlife trafficking, targeting supply routes in northern Nigeria and border areas.
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