EFCC Arrests 15 Suspects Over Illegal Lithium Processing Plants in Ogun

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 14 Chinese nationals and one Nigerian over four alleged illegal lithium processing plants in Ogere, Ogun State. The suspects were arrested on Friday, October 23, 2026, after intelligence gathering and surveillance by operatives of the EFCC’s Lagos Zonal Directorate 2. Items recovered during the operation reportedly include bags of lithium rocks, 18 mobile phones, four laptops, decoders, a television remote control and a trailer truck. The EFCC said the suspects will be charged after investigations are concluded.

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