By Abimbola Ogunnaike
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have confirmed the arrest of at least 28 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu State.
EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, confirmed the arrest of the suspects in a statement issued on Friday, 18 August, 2023 in Abuja.
The suspects were identified as Godwin Ogbonna, Bright Chidozie, Chukwuebuka Ugwu, Ifesi Isaac, Collins Nnachi, Micheal Nnamdi, Ikechukwu Anya, Nneji Onyebuchi, Nwali Chukwudi and Godwin Okwuchi Promise among others.
Uwujaren said some items were recovered from the suspects, such as nine exotic cars, 44 mobile phones, seven personal computers and one international passport.
According to the commission-image-maker, the suspects had made useful statements and will be charged in court as soon as investigations are concluded.