The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 37 suspected internet fraudsters in Warri, Delta State, and Owerri, Imo State.
According to the EFCC, the suspects were nabbed by operatives of its Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate on Friday, September 19, 2025, for their alleged involvement in internet and cryptocurrency fraud following credible intelligence about their activities.
“Specifically, the fraudsters were apprehended while operating different brands of internet- enabled devices in defrauding their victims. Suspected kingpin of the fraudsters, Robert Ebuka Chukwuedo, on Commissioner Street, Warri, took to his heels to evade arrest.
“However, some of his accomplices were arrested in his mansion. They were all allegedly involved in cryptocurrency scam, money laundering, and other internet-related crimes,” the Commission stated.
The anti-graft agency highlighted items recovered from the suspects, including various brands of exotic cars, smartphones, laptops, and fetish items.
It added that they will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
