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EFCC arrests 49 internet fraudsters, recovers loaded gun

The operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 49 suspected internet fraudsters in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital.

The EFCC disclosed this via a statement issued on Monday, May 26, 2025.

It stated that the suspected internet fraudsters were apprehended between Saturday, May 24, and Sunday, May 25, 2025, following actionable intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities.

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“The operations targeted multiple hideouts across the city with an unlicenced loaded pistol recovered from one of the suspects, who claimed during preliminary interrogation that he was a former cult member,” the anti-graft agency said.

Other items recovered from the suspects include high-end smartphones, laptop computers, and two luxury vehicles.

The EFCC added that the suspected internet fraudsters will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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