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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, says it has arrested 92 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin City, the Edo State capital.
They were arrested by operatives of the commission attached to the Edo State Directorate in a sting operation on Monday, September 29, 2025 at various locations within Benin City.
Dele Oyewale, Spokesman for the commission said their arrest was based on credible intelligence about their suspected involvement in computer related crimes. All the lawful procedures of arrest were followed in the course of the arrest
“Upon their arrest, 11 vehicles and mobile devices were recovered from them,” he said.
“Preliminary investigations by the Commission linked the suspects with various forms of internet-related fraud
“They will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.”