EFCC Probes N2.2bn Foreign Currencies Intercepted at MMIA for Alleged Non-Declaration

The EFCC has launched a probe into the discovery of N2.2 billion in foreign currencies at MMIA, resulting in the arrest of an Austrian national, Kavlak Onal, for allegedly failing to declare the funds amounting to 800,575,651,505 naira. The interception was made during a Nigeria Customs Service operation at the airport.

Chidi Nwokori of the Customs revealed the seizure and emphasized efforts to combat financial crimes. Adejumo Richard, speaking for EFCC's chairman, Ola Olukoyed, commended the Customs Service for their collaboration in tackling illicit financial flows.