In a recent development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken into custody a group of individuals, consisting of four brothers and 30 others, on allegations of engaging in internet fraud.
The EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, made an official statement on Monday in Abuja, disclosing the details of the arrests.
The four siblings have been identified as Chukwuebuka Egbo, Chibuike Egbo, Francis Egbo, and Victor Egbo. Alongside them, the list of suspects includes Great Eze, Ani Callistus, Ekpe Chigbo, Eze Eric, Nnaemeka Gabriel, George Tochukwu, Uche Divine, and Chiamelie Ede.
The apprehended individuals further comprise Enenta Ebube, Treasurer Osinachi, Ejiakor Chidiebere, Kingsley Olisa, Ugwuanyi Ekpere, Uzor Godson, Tochukwu Firminus, Ebuka Comas, Okwudili John, Samuel Otti, Agada Olema, and Odoh Nnabuike.
Additionally, Okeke Harrison, Oriasotie Meshack, Ekperechi Ebube, Ugwu Sebastian, Eli Ogbonna, Martins Ugwu, Aloysius Alphonsus, Sunday Cross, Aroh Chinecherem, and Miracle Obiora are among the suspects apprehended.
According to the EFCC spokesperson, the arrests were made on February 9th as a result of a well-coordinated operation conducted in various locations within Enugu State. The operation was intelligence-driven, leading to the successful apprehension of these male suspects.
During the operation, law enforcement authorities seized several items, including mobile phones and a variety of luxury vehicles. The recovered evidence will be subject to thorough investigation, and once the inquiries are concluded, the suspects will face legal charges in a court of law.
The EFCC remains committed to its efforts in combating cybercrime and ensuring that those involved in fraudulent activities are brought to justice.