Nigeria Deports Over 100 in Crypto Romance Scam Crackdown

Nigeria has launched a large-scale crackdown on cryptocurrency romance scams, deporting over 100 foreign nationals accused of orchestrating these schemes. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) led the operation, dubbed ‘Eagle Flush,’ impacting both victims and scammers across several African nations. The operation resulted in arrests and the deportation of individuals with ties to fraudulent crypto investments using well-known cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Notably, this effort significantly impacted victims across countries like the US, Canada, and Europe, who suffered substantial financial losses.