Man arrested with fake $212,200 in Kano
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kano Zonal Directorate, has commenced investigation into a suspect, Usaini Ibrahim, who was allegedly arrested with counterfeit US currency worth $212,200. The suspect was arrested on September 3, 2026, by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) along Maiduguri Road, Kano, following the discovery of the […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Kano has launched an investigation into Usaini Ibrahim, a suspect arrested for allegedly possessing counterfeit US currency worth $212,200. The arrest took place on September 3, 2026, by officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) near Maiduguri Road, Kano. The NDLEA subsequently transferred both the suspect and the counterfeit currency to the EFCC for further examination and potential prosecution.
The formal transfer occurred at the EFCC's Kano office, where Acting Zonal Director, Assistant Commander of the EFCC (ACE I), Friday S. Ebelo, received the suspect and the fraudulent bills. Yahaya Labaran, a representative of the NDLEA, stated that the handover demonstrated the ongoing cooperation between the two agencies in combating financial crimes.
Ebelo cautioned the public against falling for "money doubling" scams, emphasizing that the presence of fake currency in the economy tarnishes its reputation. He urged citizens to remain alert and steer clear of individuals offering dubious financial schemes. The suspect is currently held in EFCC custody, with a court appearance scheduled following the completion of the investigation.
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