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EFCC arrests 14 suspected internet fraudsters in Rivers

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday arrested 14 suspected internet fraudsters in Rivers State.

The EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Wilson Uwujaren, who confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday, said the suspects were arrested during a sting operation at the Rumuekini axis of Port Harcourt, the state capital.

He said: “The suspects are Okoro Ansalem, Gift Mylius, John Lucky, Sadiq Shaibu, Sadiq Fahid, Benjamin Nnaji, Bestman Daniel, Golden Emmanuel, Dike Collins, David Nnaji, Oscar Mathew, Ofe Goodness Okoro Gift, and Isaac Abraham Jombo.

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“They were arrested alongside three cars, Laptops, mobile and electronic devices.

“They will be charged to Court as soon as the investigation is concluded.”

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