The Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 13 suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
The EFCC disclosed this in a post on its X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, March 24, 2025, stating that the suspects were apprehended during a special operation based on intelligence on Friday, March 21, 2025.
Breakdown of the Arrests
- Seven suspects were arrested at Campgee Hotel.
- Five suspects were apprehended near Mission Road, off Ring Road 3.
- One suspect was picked up at an undisclosed location.
Items Recovered
The EFCC stated that the following items were seized from the suspects:
- Two exotic cars
- Five laptops
- 14 smartphones
The anti-graft agency confirmed that investigations are ongoing, and the suspects ywill be charged to court upon completion of the probe.
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