Report by ALI MUHAMMAD RABIU, Editing by BASIRAT MEMUDU
At least 47 suspected internet fraudsters have been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ilorin Zonal Directorate during a coordinated sting operations at different locations across Kwara State.
In a statement, the Head media and publicity of the Commission, Dele Oyewale said the arrests were carried out following actionable intelligence gathered on the suspects’ alleged involvement in various forms of cybercrime.
According to it, the suspects were apprehended at strategic locations, including Awolowo Road, Tanke, and Harmony Estate in Ilorin, as well as Ganmo and Amoyo in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of the State.
It explains that upon arrest, a cache of items believed to be proceeds of cybercrime were recovered from the suspects.
The statement says the items recovered include 10 luxury vehicles, 74 assorted mobile phones, 18 laptops, and a motorcycle.
The suspects will be charged to court upon the conclusion of ongoing investigations.
