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By Christopher Oji
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested Benjamin Ezeukwe, 28, for allegedly masterminding and fleecing hundreds of innocent Nigerians in an elaborate Dangote cement-price-slash scam.
Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the suspect was arrested on October 19, 2023, in the Rumuolumeni area of Obio/Akpor local government area of Rivers State, following weeks of intensive investigation by officers of Area A Command of the state.
“Found in his possession were one Tecno phone, one IPhone, three SIM cards, including that of 08039691980, which he used for the scam and a Toyota Avalon, which investigation revealed to be a proceeds of his crime.
“The suspect had, in September, 2023, created a bogus but convincing online advert purportedly by Dangote Cement, claiming a massive price slash. Numerous unsuspecting customers fell prey to the scam, losing millions of naira to the suspect.
“Investigation has so far revealed that the suspect had perpetrated several other similar scams. The suspect has since been arraigned”.
