EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede has revealed how suspected internet fraudsters (Yahoo boys) stole over N7.2 million from a serving judge’s bank account in the middle of the night.
Speaking at the launch of two books by retired High Court judge Justice Alaba Omolaye-Ajileye, Olukoyede said the judge called him around 1 am after receiving several debit alerts. The money was meant for her child’s education and had been saved over six years.
Olukoyede said the EFCC acted swiftly and recovered the full amount before 6 pm the same day. He called for stronger cooperation among law enforcement agencies and urged lawmakers to update laws to support AI use in criminal investigations.
Key Points:
Even judges are vulnerable to cybercrime, highlighting the scale of the threat
The incident shows how financial crimes can devastate victims personally
The EFCC’s swift recovery demonstrates the importance of quick intervention
Legal reforms are needed to support AI in evidence gathering
Cybercrime affects all levels of society, not just ordinary citizens
Olukoyede called for stronger laws to combat cybercrime and support AI in investigations. Citizens and institutions must be more vigilant
Sources: DAILY POST Nigeria
