The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, said its operatives have arrested 17 suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale disclosed this in a statement on Monday.
Oyewale listed the suspects to include Osita Emmanuel, 25, Saint Johnson, 20, Peter Lucky, 26, Samuel Asuquo, 28, Raphael James, 29, Chimobi Moses, 29, Edara Ubong, 21, and Nchekwube Paul, 23.
Others are Happiness Anietie Michael, 23, Christopher Ede, 32, Amadi Justice, 27, Patrick Ahiakwo, 30, Sunday Umoh, 24, Michael Ekerette Sunday, 25, Kennedy Etim Okokon, 29, Igwe Greg, 30, and Goodnews Ita, 23.
Oyewale said the suspects were arrested on 11 and 14 April 2025 in an intelligence-driven sting operation in Use-Offot, Nwaniba, Urua Ekpa, Ring Road 3, Ikot Ekpene Road, Calabar Itu Road, and the Mechanic Village areas of the state capital.
He also said that 26 smartphones, three laptops, and exotic cars were recovered from them.
Oyewale said the suspects would be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.
