In a landmark case, a Port Harcourt court has sentenced Henry Nathaniel Ekanem, a 14-year-old final-year undergraduate from the University of Port Harcourt, for his involvement in a significant fraud scheme.
The conviction, secured by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has spotlighted Ekanem as one of the youngest individuals to face such charges.
Ekanem's trial, which concluded this week, revealed the extent of his alleged involvement in fraudulent activities.
The EFCC’s investigation linked him to financial transactions that raised suspicions, resulting in his arrest and eventual prosecution.
The court, after reviewing evidence and testimonies, found Ekanem guilty, marking a major success for the anti-graft agency’s ongoing efforts to curb cybercrime and fraud in Nigeria.
The sentencing has stirred public debate, with some citizens questioning how such a young student became involved in fraud, while others express concerns about the country’s growing cybercrime rate.
In response, EFCC representatives reaffirmed their commitment to preventing financial crimes, stating that no one, regardless of age, is above the law.
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