The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), in collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service, has deported 51 foreign nationals convicted of cyber-terrorism and internet fraud.
In a statement on Thursday, the EFCC said the group comprised 50 Chinese nationals and one Tunisian.
Their deportation has increased the total number of convicted foreigners expelled since 15 August 2025 to 102.
The offenders were among 192 suspects arrested in Lagos during a major sting operation, which was carried out after intelligence revealed one of the largest foreign-led cybercrime networks operating in the country.
“This exercise demonstrates our unwavering commitment to ensuring that Nigeria is not a safe haven for international criminals,” the EFCC stated.
“The conviction and deportation of these individuals make it clear that we will not allow our digital space to be exploited for crimes that harm our economy and endanger our national security.”
