The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested two suspects over an alleged N68.02 million visa fraud involving 24 victims in Enugu State.
The suspects are Chukwujindu Nchekwube, Chief Executive Officer of Goodben Global Travels and Tour Limited, and Rogers Eruku, also known as Bakary Rogers Yanni.
The EFCC announced the arrests in a statement on its official X account. Subsequently, operatives from the Enugu Zonal Directorate carried out the operation after receiving petitions from victims.
According to the EFCC, the suspects collected money from individuals with promises to secure work visas and overseas jobs.
One petitioner, James Ikechukwu, said he engaged Goodben Global Travels and Tour Limited to process work visas for 20 clients and paid N57.62 million into the company’s accounts between September 2024 and December 2025.
However, Ikechukwu alleged that the company failed to provide the promised visas after receiving the funds.
As a result, he repeatedly demanded updates on the applications. Eventually, some clients received visas and offer letters.
The relief was short-lived. Ikechukwu said checks later showed that the visas and offer letters were forged.
At first, the documents appeared genuine. Consequently, several clients believed authorities had approved their applications.
Furthermore, the petitioner accused the company of failing to deliver the services it promised despite collecting millions of naira, Nchekwube reportedly told investigators that she transferred the money to Rogers Eruku.
According to her, Eruku presented himself as someone who could obtain work visas for different countries.
She also alleged that Eruku supplied the visas and offer letters. Investigators later identified the documents as fake.
Meanwhile, investigators continued to examine financial transactions linked to the case.
In a separate petition, Oranezi David Chinedu accused Eruku of collecting N10.4 million from him and three friends in May 2024.
According to Chinedu, Eruku promised to secure work visas for Ireland and other destinations.
However, Chinedu alleged that Eruku failed to provide genuine travel documents after receiving the money.
Instead, he claimed Eruku gave him and his friends forged visa-related documents.
In addition, Chinedu expressed disappointment over the alleged fraud and financial losses.
The EFCC said its investigation remains ongoing.
Meanwhile, investigators continue to gather evidence from the victims and suspects.
The anti-graft agency added that both suspects will face prosecution after investigators conclude the case.
Thereafter, the commission will file charges in court.
The case highlights growing concerns about visa fraud in Nigeria. Therefore, authorities continue to warn job seekers to verify travel agents and visa consultants before making payments.
Moreover, experts advise prospective travelers to confirm visa documents through official channels before making travel plans.
