EFCC Speaks on Next Action After Finding Undeclared Dollars at Airport, Actual Amount Mentioned

The Economic Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation after Duru Ikechukwu Damian was arrested at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos for allegedly failing to declare undeclared dollars to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). Damian was intercepted by an NCS operative during a routine check at the airport's Currency Declaration Desk on Monday, August 11, 2025, as he was scheduled to board an Emirates Airline flight to Dubai.

Despite claiming to be carrying a certain amount of cash, a subsequent search revealed additional undeclared cash, prompting the suspect to be handed over for further investigation. The NCS emphasized its ongoing efforts to ensure compliance with currency declaration laws through sensitization campaigns.

The EFCC reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing anti-money laundering regulations and confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, with appropriate legal action to be taken in accordance with Nigerian financial regulations. Former EFCC chairman also championed the fight against corruption in the country during a recent event.