EFCC Apprehends 8 Internet Fraud Suspects In Abuja

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Abuja Zonal Command, on Thursday, arrested eight suspected Internet fraudsters.

According to a statement by the EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, the suspects were arrested in Kubwa, a suburb of Abuja and Mararaba in neighbouring Nasarawa State.

The suspects are David Oche Igoche, Innocent Adikwu, Anderson Oshiomegie Edemode and Chinonso P. Peter. Others include Emmanuel Smart, Favour Anucha, Adegbayi Tunde and Desmond Esosa.

They were arrested following actionable intelligence received by the Commission.

Over five mobile phones, two laptops and two Internet-linking devices were recovered from them.

The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

Victor Ezeja

Correspondent at Prime Business Africa | + posts

Victor Ezeja is a passionate journalist with six years of experience writing on economy, politics and energy. He holds a Masters degree in Mass Communication.

• Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today, 23rd February, 2025
• Osun Council Poll: PDP Wins In All 30 LGAs
• PSC Threatens Dismissal Of Erring Police Officers As Human Rights Violations Rise In S'East 
• SEDC MD Highlights Commision's Plans To Boost Agricultural Activities In South-East