The Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested 35 suspected internet fraudsters during an early morning sting operation on Wednesday, 20 November 2024.
In a post on its Facebook page, EFCC said the suspects include 34 males and one female. Those arrested have been 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, Prince Kingsley, Uchechi Awo, Chinonso Callistus, Edward Wisdom, Ejiogu Justice, Precious Edward, Moses Meshael, and Kalu Victor.
Others are 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.
Items recovered from the suspects include 48 sophisticated mobile phones, nine laptops, three luxury cars, a wristwatch, and an international passport.
EFCC stated that investigations are ongoing, and the suspects will be charged to court upon conclusion. The operation reflects the Commission’s ongoing efforts to curb cybercrime across Nigeria.
