Abuja house agent arrested over alleged N288m property scam
A house agent, Hajia Adama Adamu, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for alleged property fraud involving N288 million. The EFCC stated that Adamu was apprehended following a petition from a complainant, Alhaji Tanko Yawale. The suspect reportedly collected the money under the guise of helping to buy a property in Abuja but failed to provide valid documents. The agency has urged the public to verify property documents before making payments.
What happened
- The EFCC arrested Hajia Adama Adamu, an Abuja-based agent, over an alleged N288 million property fraud.
- Adamu allegedly received the funds from Alhaji Tanko Yawale to facilitate the purchase of a property in Asokoro, Abuja.
- The suspect reportedly did not provide valid documentation for the property after receiving payment.
- Adamu became evasive, which led to a formal petition to the EFCC.
- The EFCC has warned the public about recurring real estate fraud and advised verifying property documents before payment.
