How To Report Fraudsters To The EFCC (2025 Guide)
Reporting a scam in Nigeria can feel frustrating, but the EFCC remains the country’s frontline agency for tracking and prosecuting financial crime. From internet fraud to large-scale embezzlement, the EFCC handles thousands of cases every year — yet many victims fail to get justice simply because they don’t report correctly.
This guide explains how to report fraudsters effectively in 2025, ensuring your complaint reaches the right hands and gets the attention it deserves.
Why Reporting to the EFCC Matters
The EFCC isn’t just another anti-corruption agency. It’s legally empowered to investigate, arrest, and prosecute individuals or organizations involved in money laundering, cybercrime, embezzlement, and other financial offences. Every properly documented report helps the commission trace fraud patterns, recover stolen funds, and prevent others from becoming victims.
Beyond that, reporting sends a message: financial crime has consequences. By speaking up, you contribute to a safer economy and stronger public accountability.
1. Submit a Written Petition
The most reliable and recognized method is to submit a written petition addressed to:
The Executive Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Your petition should include:
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Your personal information: full name, address, phone number, and email.
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The suspect’s details: names (real or fake), bank accounts, social media handles, phone numbers, and any known address.
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Chronological story: explain what happened from the beginning to the end — when you met the person, promises made, transactions, and communication.
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Evidence: attach documents like bank receipts, chat screenshots, emails, contracts, and any proof of payment.
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Your request: clearly state you want the EFCC to investigate and prosecute.
Submit this petition physically to:
EFCC Headquarters — No. 15A, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
or any EFCC zonal office nationwide (locations are available on their website).
Make copies before submission and ensure your petition is signed and dated.
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2. Report via Email
If you can’t visit a physical office, send an email to [email protected] with all the details listed above.
Use a clear subject line like: “URGENT: Fraud Report – ₦1.5M Cryptocurrency Scam.”
Attach evidence as image or PDF files, and expect acknowledgment within 3–7 business days.
3. Use the Eagle Eye App
The EFCC’s Eagle Eye app is the fastest and most convenient reporting tool.
Available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store, it allows you to:
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Register with your personal details
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Submit fraud reports directly from your phone
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Upload documents, screenshots, and voice notes
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Track your complaint status in real time
It’s best suited for online scams, cryptocurrency fraud, and romance or investment schemes.
4. Call the EFCC Hotlines
For urgent cases or immediate guidance:
0809 932 9999 or 0803 940 0000.
These hotlines are ideal when:
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A scam is still ongoing
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You’re receiving threats
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You need advice before filing a petition
5. Visit an EFCC Office in Person
You can also walk into any EFCC office nationwide. It’s advisable to go during business hours with all your documents and evidence. Staff will guide you through the complaint process and provide a tracking reference.
Final Advice
Don’t let shame or fear hold you back. Fraud victims come from every background — from students to business owners. The EFCC relies on these reports to act decisively. While public trust in the agency has been tested, proper documentation remains the strongest way to demand accountability.
If an officer demands a bribe or behaves unprofessionally, you can escalate the matter to the Department of State Services (DSS) or report directly to the EFCC’s Public Affairs Department.
Justice begins with your report — make it count.