EFCC Arrests Man Over Alleged ₦10 Million Land Fraud in Enugu

ENUGU, NIGERIA – Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Enugu Zonal Directorate, have arrested one Ifeanyi Mba for his alleged involvement in a ₦10 million land-related fraud.

The arrest followed a petition from a victim who claimed to have purchased a property described as Plot 677 Owo/Premier Layout in the Ogui Nike community. According to the petitioner, the full sum of ₦10 million was paid to the suspect for the land.

The fraudulent nature of the transaction came to light when the buyer discovered that "unknown persons" had already commenced construction on the site. When confronted with the situation, Mba reportedly informed the buyer that the land belonged to the government and subsequently severed all communications, prompting the victim to involve the anti-graft agency.

Preliminary investigations by the EFCC have uncovered significant discrepancies in the suspect's claims. Data from the Ministry of Lands indicates that "Plot 677 Owo/Premier" does not exist, noting that Owo and Premier are two distinct layouts.

The EFCC confirmed that Mba is currently in custody and will be arraigned in court as soon as the investigation is concluded.

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