Agents of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have detained 74 individuals suspected of internet fraud in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
The suspects were apprehended on Monday, June 30, at Joyous Hotel in Nyanya, a suburb of the capital city, based on reliable intelligence connecting them to internet-related crimes.
According to a statement by the EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, items seized during the operation include 86 mobile phones, a rifle pistol, and three motorcycles.
Oyewale noted that the suspects would face court proceedings once ongoing investigations are completed.
The statement read, “Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 74 suspected internet fraudsters.
“They were arrested on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Joyous Hotel, Nyanya in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, following actionable intelligence on their suspected involvement in internet-related offences.
“Items recovered from them include 86 phones, one rifle pistol and three motorcycles. They will be charged to court soon.”
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