EFCC arrests 56 suspected internet fraudsters in Kwara

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 56 suspected internet fraudsters in Kwara State.

The EFCC’s Head of Media and Advocacy, Dele Oyewale, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja.

He said the suspects were arrested between Tuesday and Wednesday at different locations in Ilorin.

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He added that the arrest followed credible intelligence on the activities of fraudsters throwing unsuspected citizens of the state into pain and tears through their fraudulent pranks.

“Items recovered from them include 18 different brands of exotic cars, laptops, expensive smartphones, and charms.

“The suspects would be arraigned in court upon the conclusion of the ongoing investigations,” the spokesman added.

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