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EFCC arrests 19 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin City

”They have made useful statements and will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded,” said EFCC.

• February 28, 2025
EFCC operatives
EFCC operatives

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Thursday, arrested 19 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations in Benin City, Edo.

EFCC spokesman Dele Oyewale said this in a statement on Thursday.

According to him, their arrest follows credible intelligence linking them to fraudulent internet activities.

”Items recovered from them include seven exotic cars, laptop computers and phones.

”They have made useful statements and will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded,” he said.

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