EFCC ARRESTS TWO SUSPECTS OVER ₦68 MILLION VISA FRAUD IN ENUGU

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (Economic and Financial Crimes Commission) has arrested two individuals over an alleged ₦68 million visa fraud in Enugu State.

The suspects were apprehended following investigations into complaints from victims who reportedly paid large sums for promised foreign travel arrangements that never materialised.

According to the commission, the suspects allegedly posed as travel consultants and collected money from applicants under the guise of securing work and study visas abroad.

EFCC officials said preliminary findings suggest that multiple victims were affected, with funds traced to transactions linked to the accused persons.

The agency noted that efforts are ongoing to recover additional funds and identify other possible victims connected to the scheme.

Security and financial crime experts say visa fraud remains a growing concern in Nigeria, often exploiting the high demand for overseas travel opportunities.

The EFCC reiterated its warning to the public to verify agents and avoid making payments for unverified travel offers.

The suspects are expected to be charged to court upon completion of investigations.