In a decisive move against cybercriminal activities, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Benin Zonal Command, carried out a significant operation on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, leading to the arrest of 17 suspected internet fraudsters in various locations across Benin City, Edo State.
The operation, executed with precision by EFCC operatives, was initiated following credible and actionable intelligence on the illegal activities of these individuals who had been operating in the shadows of the city. These suspects were apprehended at their respective hideouts, collectively believed to be at the forefront of online fraud schemes.
The arrested individuals have been identified as Unvive Tegwolo, Imemesi Daniel, Ojo Osa Tohanmwen, Olise Godspower Ikenna, Kadiri Eric, Yakubu Aliyu Izegwire, Omozuafo Collins, Elect Osayuwa, Destiny Ewere, Ayodele Eugene, Eric Onwusiweka, Okeke Benjamin, Imanah Destiny, Kenneth Anyenibie, Uriel Ogwuezi, Prince Joshua and Ibeje Daniel
The EFCC has successfully seized a range of assets and evidence from the suspects, including a fleet of exotic cars, numerous mobile phones, and laptops used in their illicit online activities.
As the investigation unfolds, the arrested individuals will undergo thorough scrutiny to determine the extent of their involvement in cybercrime and related illegal activities. Once the investigation is concluded, the suspects will be charged and subsequently brought before a court of law to face appropriate legal action.
This operation demonstrates the EFCC’s commitment to combating internet fraud and related criminal activities in Nigeria. The agency remains steadfast in its mission to protect the nation’s financial system from fraudulent elements and uphold the principles of justice and accountability.
The EFCC calls on the public to continue providing valuable information that can aid in the identification and apprehension of individuals involved in cybercrime, as cooperation from citizens is pivotal in the ongoing fight against financial and economic crimes in the country.
