Tinubu hails EFCC as FBI commends Nigeria over sextortion crackdown

President Bola Tinubu has praised the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for their role in a recent US sextortion case, where two Nigerians were apprehended and extradited. This commendation comes following a letter from the Director of the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation, Kash Patel, who acknowledged the EFCC's contribution to Operation Artemis, a joint investigation targeting criminal networks involved in the sexual exploitation and extortion of children.

The arrest and extradition of Adebola Adekunle and Mudasiru Olawale in August 2026 were key outcomes of this operation, with both suspects now facing federal charges in the United States. Tinubu highlighted the positive international assessments of Nigeria's anti-corruption and financial crime reforms, emphasizing the importance of strong institutions, effective law enforcement, and international cooperation in combating criminal activities.

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