The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 40 suspected internet fraudsters in Niger State during an operation carried out by its Kaduna Zonal Directorate. The arrests were made in separate raids across Bida and Minna Local Government Areas, based on credible intelligence linking the suspects to a syndicate involved in cybercrime activities.
In a post shared on its official social media handle on Wednesday, the EFCC revealed that the operation led to the recovery of several valuable items, including 60 Android phones, three vehicles, 10 motorcycles, eight laptop computers, four Bluetooth speakers, eight power generating sets, one Hisense air conditioner, and two power stabilisers.
Additionally, several fetish items allegedly used for spiritual fortification were seized. Among the recovered items were three calabashes adorned with feathers, traditionally made soap and sponge, a bottle of alcoholic drink, 20 cowries, a waist bead, and four ladies' underwear.
The EFCC has confirmed that investigations are ongoing, and the suspects will be charged in court once the investigations are concluded.
