EFCC arrests 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo, recovering arms, vehicles, and gadgets during an intelligence-led raid
EFCC arrests internet fraudsters in Edo as operatives of its Benin Zonal Directorate nabbed 47 suspects linked to online scams during a coordinated operation.
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In a statement posted on X.com on Friday, the anti-graft agency said the arrests, made on August 15, 2025, followed credible intelligence linking the individuals to fraudulent internet activities.
A pump action rifle and live cartridges were recovered from one of the suspects, alongside six vehicles, mobile phones, and laptop computers.
The EFCC confirmed that the suspects will be charged to court once investigations are concluded.
This operation comes just days after the agency’s sting in Ogun State, where 93 suspected internet fraudsters were arrested in Abeokuta following similar intelligence reports.
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The EFCC reiterated its commitment to dismantling cybercrime networks and prosecuting offenders to uphold financial integrity in Nigeria.
Quadri Olaitan is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, public affairs, and human-interest stories.
