In a major crackdown on cybercrime, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 43 individuals suspected of internet fraud in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
The arrests took place on 2nd October 2024, during a sting operation conducted by operatives from the EFCC’s Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate.
The suspects were apprehended in the Rumuekeni and Iwofe areas of the city, following a detailed surveillance operation based on actionable intelligence regarding their involvement in computer-related offences. The EFCC recovered various items, including mobile phones, laptops, international passports, ATM cards from multiple banks, five vehicles, two motorcycles, and a Point of Sale (POS) machine.
The suspects are currently under investigation and will face prosecution upon its completion.
This operation is part of the EFCC’s ongoing effort to curb cybercrime, which has become a significant issue in Nigeria. The arrest highlights the growing commitment of the authorities to combat internet fraud and hold offenders accountable.
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