Operatives of the Port Harcourt’s Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested Thirty Seven (37) suspected internet fraudsters.
In a statement signed on 9th April 2025 by Dele Oyewale, Head of Media and Publicity at the EFCC, it was stated that they were arrested in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in an operation code named “operation eagle sweep”.
They were arrested for alleged internet fraud after the Commission received credible intelligence on their activities in various hideouts within the State.
Items recovered from them include different brands and models of exotic vehicles, smart phones, smart wristwatches, international passports, Automated Teller Machines, ATM cards of different banks, and laptops containing incriminating materials and documents.
The matter will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations.
