The operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 49 suspected internet fraudsters in a sting operation carried out at different locations in Akwa Ibom State.
31 of the suspected internet fraudsters were arrested on Monday, September 22, at Ikpa Road, Ekpri Nsukara, Nwaniba, and Shelter Afrik Extension, all in Akwa Ibom State, while the remaining 18 were apprehended on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Oron, and Calabar-Itu Road.
The EFCC, in a statement on Wednesday, said the arrested suspects include undergraduates, traders, and artisans.
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The commission listed items recovered from the suspects to include one car, 54 mobile phones, and nine laptops.
The EFCC added that the suspected internet fraudsters will soon be charged to court.
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