GBENGA OLARINOYE, Ilorin
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ilorin Zonal Directorate, on Thursday, May 8, 2025, arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters during coordinated sting operations at different locations across Kwara State.
The arrests were carried out following actionable intelligence gathered on the suspects’ alleged involvement in various forms of cybercrime.
The suspects were apprehended at strategic locations, including Awolowo Road, Tanke, and Harmony Estate in Ilorin, as well as Ganmo and Amoyo in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of the State.
Upon arrest, a cache of items believed to be proceeds of cybercrime was recovered from the suspects. These include 10 luxury vehicles, 74 assorted mobile phones, 18 laptops, and a motorcycle.
The suspects will be charged in court upon conclusion of the ongoing investigations.
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