By Akwa Ibom, Nigeria- The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) yesterday announced the arraignment of Victor Ekpong Thompson before Justice Maureen Adaobi of the Federal High Court in Uyo over a $525,276 fraud case involving American investors.
He appeared on an eight count charge for obtaining money from victims under the pretense of investing in mineral resources and a deep seaport project. Victims named in the charge include Tammy Jensen, Peter Jensen, and Kenneth Blad. One count states that between April and December 2024, he obtained $213,350 for the proposed investments, contrary to the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act, 2006.
Thompson pleaded not guilty. The prosecution requested a trial date and his remand, while the defence made an oral bail application, which the prosecution opposed. The court adjourned the case to March 19, 2026, for bail hearing and commencement of trial, and ordered that he remain in EFCC custody in Uyo.
