Nigeria has expelled another batch of foreign nationals convicted of cyber-terrorism and internet fraud, intensifying its ongoing battle against international online crime syndicates.
On Thursday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), in collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), repatriated 51 convicts — 50 Chinese citizens and one Tunisian — following their sentencing in court.
This latest exercise pushes the total number of deportations to 102 since August 15, 2025, when authorities began removing convicted foreigners linked to one of the largest cybercrime rings ever uncovered in the country.
Officials revealed that the syndicate was dismantled in Lagos during a sting operation that netted 192 suspects. More deportations are expected as the process continues.
“Nigeria will not be a sanctuary for global fraudsters,” the EFCC declared in a statement. “By prosecuting and repatriating these criminals, we are safeguarding both our digital economy and national security.”
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Images released by the anti-graft agency showed EFCC and immigration officers overseeing the deportation exercise, underscoring the scale of the coordinated operation.
The crackdown has drawn both local and international attention, highlighting Nigeria’s growing resolve to combat cybercrime, which has long plagued its reputation abroad.
With dozens more still awaiting processing, authorities say the deportations will continue in the coming days.