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Five Cybercriminals Sentenced in Landmark Nigerian Ruling

7/16/2025

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In a landmark ruling in Ilorin, Nigeria, five internet fraudsters faced justice as Justices Abimbola Awogboro, Sulaiman Akanbi, and Haleema Saleeman handed down sentences that included prison time, community service, and the forfeiture of ill-gotten gains. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) reaffirmed its dedication to fighting cybercrime and protecting the integrity of the digital world.

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In a landmark ruling in Ilorin, Nigeria, five internet fraudsters faced justice as Justices Abimbola Awogboro, Sulaiman Akanbi, and Haleema Saleeman handed down sentences that included prison time, community service, and the forfeiture of ill-gotten gains. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) reaffirmed its dedication to fighting cybercrime and protecting the integrity of the digital world.