EFCC arrests 14 suspected fraudsters in Benue

Operatives from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Makurdi Zonal Directorate, have apprehended 14 individuals suspected of internet fraud in a raid at the Federal Low Cost Housing Estate in Makurdi, Benue. EFCC Spokesperson Dele Oyewale announced the arrests in a statement on Friday in Abuja, attributing the operation to credible intelligence on the suspects’ alleged involvement in online fraud.

The arrested individuals are Austine Okwori, Osita Valentine, Skott King-David, Thomas Ifebuche, Akor Oche, Henry Adah, Scott Inalegwu, Ogbu Alpha, Samuel Moses, Ogbonna Ckukwuaogwu, Mustapha Adinoye, Sylvanus Ogbu, Emmanuel Adamu, and Samuel Otene.

Recovered items from the suspects include phones, laptops, and charms. Oyewale noted that the suspects will be charged in court once investigations are completed.