Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 10 suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital.
Taking to its verified social media handles on Friday, EFCC said the suspects were arrested on Thursday, March 20, 2025, in a coordinated sting operation at different locations across Uyo.
“While five were arrested at Shelter Afrique, others were arrested at Ifa, off Oron Road, both in Uyo.
“Two of the arrested suspects are undergraduates, three are online cloth vendors, one forex trader and another one film director,” it stated.
Items recovered from the suspects include 21 mobile phones, six laptops, one international passport, and three luxury cars
The anti-graft agency added that the suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations were concluded.
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