The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a Nigerian-American, Adegoke Oluwatobi Adams, over alleged cross-border vehicle import fraud involving more than $320,000 (about ₦434.88 million).
The Commission disclosed this in a statement posted on its official X account on Friday, noting that the suspect, who holds dual citizenship of Nigeria and the United States, is being investigated for criminal breach of trust and obtaining money by false pretence.
According to the EFCC, preliminary investigations indicate that Adams is allegedly part of a syndicate based in the United States that defrauds Nigerians under the guise of importing vehicles.
The Commission said the suspect allegedly advertised a 2024 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG while abroad, sharing images with prospective buyers in Nigeria and promising to purchase and ship the luxury vehicle.
Investigators further alleged that two victims paid a combined sum of $320,000 for the vehicle, with one transferring $145,000 through an intermediary and another paying $175,000.
EFCC added that the suspect has a prior criminal record in the United States involving alleged illegal acquisition of vehicles.
The Commission said Adams was arrested upon his return to Nigeria by operatives of the Ilorin Zonal Directorate and will be arraigned after investigations are concluded.
