{
  "id": 18627955,
  "title": "EFCC Recovers N1.233trn, Secures 10,872 Convictions in 34 Months",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/efcc-recovers-n1-233trn-secures-10-872-convictions-in-34-months",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T02:58:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/11/07/efcc-recovers-n1-233trn-secures-10872-convictions-in-34-months/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made significant strides in combating financial crimes in Nigeria. Over a period of 34 months, from October 1, 2023, to July 31, 2026, the EFCC has recovered a staggering N1.233 trillion. Additionally, the Commission has secured 10,872 convictions, a significant milestone in their fight against corruption. These impressive figures were revealed by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale at a joint press conference. Oyewale emphasized that these achievements were under the leadership of EFCC Executive Chairman, Ola Olukoyede. Furthermore, the Commission has uncovered an illegal refinery in the South-west during their operations. This revelation came after the arrest of 14 Chinese nationals and a Nigerian, who were accused of operating illegal lithium processing plants on October 23. The EFCC's relentless pursuit of justice has led them to discover the illegal refinery and its equipment, though no arrests were made during this specific operation. The ongoing investigations aim to apprehend the operators of the illegal refinery and put an end to such illicit activities.",
  "summary": ".Tracks down foreign nationals operating illegal refinery in South-West Linus Aleke in Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered over N1.233 trillion, alongside an unspecified amount of foreign",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}