Naira Abuse: EFCC arrests 3

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Operatives of the Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested three individuals for suspected Naira mutilation and abuse.

In a statement on its X page, the EFCC said the suspects were apprehended following credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in Naira abuse.

The suspects, identified as Stanley Ogbolu, 35; Odiaka Sorwu, 42; and Kelvin Anyakwu, 42, were arrested in Asaba, Delta State, during a burial ceremony where they were allegedly spraying Naira notes on a celebrant.

The suspects will be charged in court as soon as the investigations are concluded.

EFCC Arrests Three for Suspected Naira Mutilation in Benin

Operatives of the  Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested three persons for suspected naira mutilation and abuse.

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— EFCC Nigeria (@officialEFCC) June 7, 2024