EFCC nabs 92 suspected Internet fraudsters, uncovers properties in Benin

EFCC nabs 92 suspected Internet fraudsters, uncovers properties in Benin

Abdullateef Fowewe

Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 92 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State.

They were arrested in a sting operation on Monday, September 29, 2025 at various locations within Benin City, Edo State, as revealed in a statement obtained from the anti-graft agency on Wednesday.

Their arrest was based on “credible intelligence about their suspected involvement in computer-related crimes.”

The statement noted that all the lawful procedures of arrest were followed in the course of the arrest stating that upon their arrest, 11 vehicles and mobile devices were recovered from them.

“Preliminary investigations by the Commission linked the suspects with various forms of internet-related fraud,” it added, affirming that they’ll be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.