The Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 35 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud.
The operation, carried out on the morning of Wednesday, November 20, 2024, took place in Aba, Abia State.
Among the arrested are 34 men and one woman, identified as Emmanuel James, Ukaomo Jefferson, Felix Onyema, Daniel Chimaobi, Chukwuemeka John, Prince Ogbonna, Charles Daniel, Emmanuel Igboanugo, Eric Uke, Emmanuel Ogechukwu, Chibuike Prosper, Obi Victor, Emmanuel Onwuchekwa, Price Kingsley, Uchechi Awo, Chinonso Callistus, Edward Wisdom, Ejiogu Justice, Precious Edward, Moses Meshael, and Kalu Victor.
Others include Ujoatu Goodluck, Ikeh Sochima, Obinna Prosper, Onyekachi Christian, Christopher Chris, Precious Smart, Clinton Ifeanyi, Daniel Obuzoma, Chukwuebuka Promise, Cjay Ekeamaka, Ejiogu Price, David Favour, Okechukwu Emmanuel, and Nwigwe Joy.
The EFCC disclosed that the arrests followed intelligence reports about the suspects’ alleged involvement in cybercrime activities.
During the sting operation, several items were recovered, including 48 sophisticated mobile phones, nine laptops, three exotic cars, a wristwatch, and an international passport.
The commission has stated that investigations are ongoing and assured the public of its continued commitment to curbing internet fraud and other financial crimes.
The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
This latest operation underscores the EFCC’s efforts to clamp down