EFCC Arraigns Woman Over Alleged ₦31m Canadian Visa and Job Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arraigned Modupe Oriyomi Ativie and her company before the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt over alleged visa and employment fraud. The EFCC alleged that the defendant collected ₦31.062 million, $3,600 and €1,815 from several people after promising Canadian visa-sponsored jobs. One count alleges that ₦8.58 million was collected in July 2024, while another alleges that ₦22.482 million was collected between November 2024 and January 2025. Ativie pleaded not guilty to the five-count charge of alleged advance-fee fraud and obtaining money by false pretence. The court remanded her in EFCC custody and adjourned the matter until October 16, 2026, for a ruling on her bail application.

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