In a significant enforcement action, the Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully secured 31 convictions for illegal currency trading and naira abuse.This achievement highlights the EFCC’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of Nigeria’s currency and combating financial crimes.
Between March and May 2024, the Special Task Force established by EFCC Executive Chairman Mr. Ola Olukoyede successfully cracked down on illegal currency dealing and mishandling. This operation resulted in the conviction and imprisonment of 31 offenders.
The convicts includes; Munkaila Sani, Mohammed Sani, Muhammad Tijjani, Abubakar Yakubu Garba, Umar Mohammed, Sadiq Ahmad, Amiru Ibrahim, Usman Mahmoud Aminu, Auwal Sharubutu, Abubakar Usman, Salisu Idris, Zarahdeen Sale, Yahaya Isa, Michael Oladipupo, Rose Mabe Akogu, Salako Gboyega, Muktari Haruna, Ibor Ibn Mohd, Onuche Attai, Ibitoye Olanrewaju, Matthew James, Isah Ahmad, Abdullahi Isah Musa, Sagir Musa, Murtala Gambo, Abdulrahman Hassan, Nazifi Musa Isah, Usman Muhd Muhd, Najeeb Abalan, dickson Egbuka And Habib Abba.
The convicts were apprehended at various locations in Kano, including Wapa BDC Market, Grand Central Hotel, and Lagos Street adjacent to the Central Bank of Nigeria.
