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EFCC Arrests 792 Nigerians, Chinese Nationals, Others Over Suspected Internet Fraud in Lagos

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announced on Monday the arrest of 792 suspected internet fraudsters during a major sting operation in Lagos State.

At a press conference held in Lagos, EFCC Director of Information, Wilson Uwujaren, disclosed that the suspects were apprehended at a seven-storey building located at No. 7 Oyin Jolayemi Street, Victoria Island.

Breakdown of Suspects:

  • 148 Chinese nationals
  • 40 Filipinos
  • 2 Kazakhs
  • 1 Pakistani
  • 1 Indonesian
  • Several Nigerians accused of acting as accomplices

Nature of Activities:

Uwujaren revealed that the foreign suspects were allegedly training their Nigerian counterparts on executing romance and investment scams. The foreign operatives reportedly used the identities of their Nigerian collaborators to commit fraud.

Operation Details:

The arrests were the result of credible intelligence and days of surveillance by EFCC operatives in the area. The EFCC claims the operation targeted a network involved in coordinated cybercrimes aimed at defrauding unsuspecting victims both locally and internationally.

Uwujaren reiterated the EFCC’s commitment to tackling cybercrime and urged Nigerians to remain vigilant against such scams. Further investigations are ongoing, and the suspects are expected to face prosecution in accordance with the law.

This mass arrest is one of the largest of its kind, signaling intensified efforts by Nigerian authorities to combat internet fraud, a crime that has tarnished the country’s global reputation.

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