The Economic Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 37 subsections over being involved in cybercrimes in Warri and Owerri in Imo and Delta States capitals respectively.
The suspects were arrested on 19 September , 2025 for their alleged involvement in internet and crypto currency fraud following credible intelligence about their activities.
Specifically, the fraudsters were apprehended while operating different brands of internet- enabled devices in defrauding their victims.
According to the EFCC, “Suspected kingpin of the fraudsters, Robert Ebuka Chukwuedo on Commissioner Street, Warri, took to his heels to evade arrest. However, some of his accomplices were arrested in his mansion. They were all allegedly involved in cryptocurrency scam, money laundering and other internet-related crimes.
Items recovered from them include different brands of exotic cars, smartphones, laptops and fetish items.
“The suspects will be charged to court,” The Commission stated.
(Independent)
