The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Bekono Marc Eric, a Cameroonian national, over his alleged role in a N1.5 billion cross-border bank fraud. The arrest took place in Lagos, according to a statement released by the EFCC on April 24. The statement was shared via the agency's official X account, which confirmed that operatives from its Lagos office carried out the arrest. No further details about the method of fraud, the banks involved, or specific transactions were disclosed in the initial statement. The EFCC did not indicate whether any Nigerian citizens are connected to the case or if additional suspects are being sought. Bekono Marc Eric remains in EFCC custody as investigations continue. The agency provided no timeline for when charges might be filed. The statement did not mention whether diplomatic channels have been notified of the arrest.
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