EFCC Arrests 15, Including 14 Chinese Nationals, Over Illegal Lithium Processing in Ogun
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate 2, have arrested 14 Chinese nationals and one Nigerian at four illegal lithium processing plants in the Ogere area of Ogun State.
The suspects were apprehended on Friday, October 23, 2026, following credible intelligence and surveillance by the anti-graft agency.
During the operation, EFCC operatives recovered several items from the suspects, including bags of lithium rocks, 18 mobile devices, four laptop computers, two decoders, a television remote control and a trailer truck.
The commission disclosed that the suspects would be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations into the case.
