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From Sola Ojo, Abuja
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 98 suspected internet fraudsters in coordinated sting operations across Enugu and Kwara States.
The Enugu Zonal Directorate apprehended 51 suspects, including three females, in the Premier Layout area of the Enugu State capital. Items recovered included 18 luxury cars, laptops, and high-end mobile phones, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed on Thursday, May 8.
In Kwara, the Ilorin Zonal Directorate arrested 47 suspects in Awolowo Road, Tanke, Harmony Estate, Ganmo, and Amoyo areas of Ifelodun Local Government Area. Items recovered from them include 10 luxury cars, 74 high grade mobile phones, 18 laptop computers, and a motorcycle, Oyewale said.
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He added, Both arrests followed credible intelligence that linked the suspects to fraudulent internet activities. They will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.”
The EFCC noted that preliminary investigations suggest the suspects engaged in online scams, including impersonation and fraudulent transactions, with charges pending upon completion of probes.
