LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into a suspected fake visa agent accused of defrauding several victims of over N20 million in a travel scam.
The suspect, currently in the custody of the anti-graft agency, allegedly lured victims with promises of securing visas and travel opportunities abroad. According to petitions filed by the victims, the suspect collected substantial sums of money under the guise of facilitating international travel but failed to deliver on the promises, absconding with the funds.
EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the investigation, stating that the commission received multiple complaints against the suspect. He urged members of the public who may have fallen victim to similar schemes to come forward with information.
“The EFCC will ensure that all perpetrators of such fraudulent schemes are brought to justice,” Oyewale said.
Preliminary investigations have uncovered a network of accomplices and bank accounts used to funnel the proceeds of the alleged scam. Authorities are also working to determine the full extent of the fraud.
The case has reignited concerns about the proliferation of unlicensed travel agents operating in major cities, with the EFCC warning citizens to verify the credentials of any agent before making financial commitments.
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