News
Romance Scam: Nigerian National Arrested in South Africa for Defrauding Woman of R3 Million
A Nigerian national has been arrested in South Africa for his involvement in an elaborate romance scam. The suspect, whose identity is yet to be disclosed, allegedly posed as a white man on Facebook, using a fake profile to lure his victim into a fraudulent relationship. The woman, believing she was in a legitimate romantic relationship, was swindled out of a staggering R3 million.
The suspect’s modus operandi followed a familiar pattern used by romance scammers: establishing trust through regular communication, sharing fabricated personal stories, and expressing false love and intentions to marry. Over time, the scammer convinced the victim to send large sums of money under various pretexts, such as fake medical emergencies and supposed investments. The victim, hoping to support her “partner,” transferred the funds without suspecting she was being deceived.
The arrest of the Nigerian national was made possible through the coordinated efforts of South African law enforcement agencies and cybercrime specialists, who had been tracking the suspect for months. Authorities uncovered the scheme after the victim reported the suspicious activities when she became aware of the deceit.
Romance scams, especially on social media platforms like Facebook, have been on the rise, with scammers targeting vulnerable individuals seeking companionship. In response to this growing threat, South African authorities have intensified efforts to clamp down on such fraudulent activities, urging citizens to exercise caution while engaging with individuals online.
The suspect is currently in police custody, facing charges of fraud and cybercrime. Law enforcement agencies are hopeful that this arrest will serve as a warning to others involved in similar schemes.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has announced power shut down in International Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. The power shut down will be between 1am and 4:30 am on 16th Saturday of November.
According to the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, the power shut down will only cause minimal disruption to flight operations. The director also apologises for any inconvenience in might cause to the passengers and stakeholders.
Former Director of the Budgetary Department, Central Bank of Nigeria, (CBN), Dr Titus Okunrounmu, advises the federal government to ensure the geopolitical zones specialise in a particular food item.
He gave this statement during an interview with NAN on Friday in Ota. He states that this approach will help the country manage inflation and reduce it.
“If the governments in the six geopolitical zones specialise in the production of one food item, automatically, inflation rate would be reduced to the minimised level.” In addition, Nigerians need to embark on farming to stem the prices of goods and services, which is reflected in the inflation figure.”
The Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Attorneys General of several states seeking to abolish the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Act.
The suit, initially brought by Attorneys General from 16 states, aimed to challenge the legal establishment of the anti-graft agency. Over time, some states, including Anambra, Ebonyi, and Adamawa, withdrew from the case, while others, such as Imo, Bauchi, and Osun, joined as co-plaintiffs during the October 22 hearing.
The apex court subsequently struck out the suits of the withdrawing states and dismissed the broader case, upholding the EFCC Act.
FAAN to Shut Down Power in Terminal 2 of Murtala Muhammed Airport On Saturday
Meghan Trainor Reveals Getting Inspiration from Animated Show ‘Paw Patrol'”
Former CBN Departmental Director Urges Regional Food Specialization In Nigeria
AI Avatar Design: A Low-Competition Fiverr Keyword for New Freelancers
“Egg Prices Could Soar to N10,000 per Crate” – Poultry Farmers Warn
Abba Kyari, Suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Denied Bail and Returned to Prison
-
Entertainment11 hours agoNigerian Singer Tiwa Savage Calls Out Wizkid’s Fan for Bullying
-
Entertainment9 hours agoNiniola Explains Why She Chose to Stay Independent as an Artist
-
News8 hours agoSuleja Prison Struggles to Feed Overcrowded Inmates Amid Economic Challenges
-
News12 hours agoSilverbird Founder Ben Murray-Bruce Reveals $3.5M Fraud by South African Partner
-
Sport11 hours agoNigeria Draws With Benin Republic and Results of Matches on Thursday
-
Sport12 hours agoSwiss Footballer Silvan Wallner Retires at 22 to Focus on Following Jesus Christ
-
News7 hours agoSupreme Court Dismisses States’ Challenge Against EFCC Act
-
Entertainment9 hours ago“He’s My Helper, Yes, But I Was Already Famous Before He Helped Me,” Portable Speaks on Olamide’s Support