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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrests Nigerian-American Adegoke Oluwatobi Adams for allegedly defrauding victims of over $320,000 in a cross-border vehicle import scam involving a 2024 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG.
EFCC Nabs Dual Citizen Over Alleged Vehicle Import Scam
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ilorin Zonal Directorate, have arrested a Nigerian-American, Adegoke Oluwatobi Adams, for an alleged cross-border vehicle import fraud involving more than $320,000 (approximately ₦434.88 million).
According to the EFCC, Adams, who holds dual citizenship of Nigeria and the United States, is being investigated for criminal breach of trust and obtaining money by false pretence.
Syndicate Operating From The United States
In a statement shared on its official X handle, the EFCC said preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly belongs to a syndicate based in the United States that specialises in defrauding unsuspecting Nigerians under the guise of purchasing and importing vehicles for them.
The agency stated that while residing in the U.S., Adams allegedly advertised and circulated photographs of a 2024 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG to prospective buyers in Nigeria, promising to purchase and ship the luxury vehicle to them.
Victims Lost Over $320,000
The EFCC added that further investigation uncovered a prior criminal record involving Adams in the United States, allegedly related to the illegal acquisition of vehicles.
Arrest And Ongoing Investigation
Adams was arrested by operatives of the EFCC’s Ilorin Zonal Directorate upon his return to Nigeria.
The anti-graft agency disclosed that the suspect will be arraigned in court upon the conclusion of ongoing investigations.
