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A court has issued an arrest warrant for former NEDP official Daniel Onsomu, who is facing charges of fraud. According to reports, he allegedly obtained Sh2.05 million from Daniel Nyakundi Osiemo between September 8 and October 6, 2022. The case is being heard at the Kibera Chief Magistrate’s Court.

Anthropic has accused Alibaba of unlawfully extracting capabilities from its Claude AI model by using fraudulent accounts to access data. This allegation highlights ongoing tensions in the competitive landscape of artificial intelligence development.

In the trial concerning the alleged N109 billion fraud involving former accountant-general Ahmed Idris, a witness testified that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) coerced her into signing a statement. The defense team for Idris concluded their case, and the judge has scheduled the adoption of final written addresses for 13 October regarding the disputed statements.

The Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee (LPPC) has suspended Chief Mike Ozekhome's Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) rank while it conducts disciplinary proceedings against him. This action follows allegations of fraud and forgery.

The Nigerian Army has issued a warning to the public regarding fraudulent individuals and criminal groups who are soliciting funds by falsely claiming to represent the Nigerian Army during the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2026. This alert aims to protect citizens from potential scams associated with the event, according to Vanguard.

Franklin Ikechukwu Nwadialo, a 42-year-old Nigerian national, has been sentenced to five years in prison by a United States District Court in Tacoma, Washington, for his role in an online romance scam that defrauded victims of over $3.5 million.

A man has been arraigned in Lagos over an alleged property fraud involving N17.5 million. The prosecution claims that after the complainant found out the property was not for sale, the defendant issued two cheques from Stanbic IBTC Bank, one for N10 million and another for N5 million, as partial repayment of the funds.

According to a Visa report, AI-powered scams have emerged as the largest threat in payment fraud, as enhanced network-level security measures have diminished chances for direct system breaches. This shift has led criminals to increasingly exploit human trust to carry out their fraudulent activities.

Justice Yusuf Halilu of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial-within-trial concerning the alleged ₦109 billion fraud involving former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) Idris. The adjournment took place on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, as the court continues to address the case.

Mnikelwa Nxele, the KwaZulu-Natal Correctional Services Commissioner, has been granted bail set at R50 000 following fraud charges against him. The decision was made on June 24, 2026.

Phelisile Oubrey Melane, a 55-year-old government official from the Eastern Cape, was arrested and appeared in the Qonce magistrate’s court on charges of fraud, forgery, and uttering. The allegations involve the use of fake qualifications.

Mnikelwa Nxele, the suspended Commissioner of KZN Correctional Services, is set to appear in court facing charges of fraud and money laundering. The legal proceedings will address the allegations against him, which have raised significant concerns within the department.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has declared Cat Matlala's EMPD 'peace officer' certificate fraudulent, following findings from the Madlanga commission of inquiry. The inquiry revealed that the certificate contained a forged signature and mismatched numbers, raising concerns about its legitimacy.

A US businessman has been arrested in Turkiye after evading authorities for a year, linked to one of the largest Medicare fraud cases in the United States, involving $3.7 billion. The arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the fraudulent activities.

KCB has terminated 94 employees for fraud over the past two years, with 60 dismissals in 2025 and 34 in 2024. The bank asserts that its controls are effective, while critics view the high number of firings as a potential warning sign regarding internal issues, according to Tech-ish.

The real estate market in Uganda presents significant opportunities for investment and homeownership, but it also poses risks of fraud. The article discusses common property scams that potential buyers and investors should be aware of to protect themselves from real estate fraud.