20/10/2025
**Mass Deportation: Nigeria Deports Over 50 Foreign Nationals for Internet Fraud and Related Crimes**
The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken significant action by deporting 51 foreign nationals convicted of cyber-terrorism, internet fraud, and other financial crimes back to their respective countries. This move is part of a broader initiative that has seen a total of 192 convicts repatriated as part of a large-scale operation.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) spearheaded the deportations in collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), adhering to court directives and immigration protocols.
The deported individuals include citizens from various countries, including China, the Philippines, Tunisia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Timor-Leste. These deportations took place in coordinated phases from August to mid-October 2025, following convictions by the Federal High Court in Lagos for offenses related to cybercrime, money laundering, and Ponzi scheme operations.
This decisive action underscores Nigeria's commitment to combating cybercrime and ensuring that those who exploit its digital landscape face appropriate consequences. As the nation continues to strengthen its legal framework against financial crimes, such measures are vital in safeguarding the integrity of its financial systems and protecting its citizens from fraudulent activities.
