From Isaac Job, Uyo
Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have reported that 13 internet fraudsters have been arrested at different locations within Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
A statement signed by the Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, and made available to journalists in Uyo, disclosed that the suspects were arrested at various locations in the state.
The statement reads in part: “on Friday, March 21, 2025, arrested thirteen (13) suspected internet fraudsters at different locations within Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
“They were arrested in an intelligence-driven sting operation, with seven of the suspects arrested at Campgee hotel, five arrested along Mission Road, off Ring Road 3 and the other one in another location, all within Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.”
Oyewale listed items recovered from the suspected fraudsters, including two exotic cars, five laptops, and 14 smartphones.
“Items recovered from them include two exotic cars, five laptops and 14 smartphones.
“They will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.”