The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibadan Zonal Directorate has arrested 127 suspected internet fraudsters in Ondo State.
According to the head of Media and Publicity of the anti-graft agency, Dele Oyewale, the suspects were nabbed in an early morning sting operation at a “ Yahoo Party” held simultaneously at Signature and Abah Clubs on Saturday, June 8, 2024 in Akure, Ondo State.
Credible intelligence showed that the alleged party was initially scheduled for Wednesday, June 5, 2024 but was later moved to Saturday to beat security and intelligence networks of the EFCC.
The suspects have given useful information to Investigators of the Directorate.
Items recovered from them include ten exotic cars, phones, laptops, motor-cycle, wristwatches and many incriminating documents. They will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.