Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested a man accused of posing as a football agent on Instagram and defrauding a victim of millions of naira.

The suspect, identified as Osagie Destiny Etinosa, was picked up by officials from the commission’s Benin Zonal Directorate following allegations of fraud totaling N11 million.
According to reports, Etinosa allegedly used his Instagram presence to present himself as a well-connected football agent capable of linking aspiring players with clubs abroad.

He reportedly convinced a victim, Samuel Beke Ohazuruike, that he could arrange trial opportunities with clubs in Romania and Bulgaria.

Believing the offer to be genuine, the victim paid a total sum of N11 million in hopes of advancing his football career internationally.

However, the promised trials never materialized, and repeated attempts by the victim to recover his money were unsuccessful.

This eventually led to a petition being filed with the EFCC, prompting an investigation.

The anti-graft agency disclosed that the suspect was tracked and arrested using intelligence gathered from online sources.

The EFCC has confirmed that the suspect will be charged to court soon to face prosecution over the alleged offense.

This case highlights the growing trend of fraudsters exploiting the dreams of young athletes seeking opportunities abroad. Many unsuspecting individuals fall victim to fake agents promising trials, contracts, or transfers with foreign clubs.