The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 40 suspected internet fraudsters in Bida and Minna areas of Niger State.
EFCC disclosed that the suspects were apprehended by the operatives of its Kaduna Zonal Directorate.
The anti-corruption agency stated that they were nabbed following credible intelligence that linked them to suspected fraudulent internet activities.
“Items recovered from them include three cars, eight power generating sets, one Hisense air conditioner, two power stabilizers, 10 motorcycles, eight laptop computers, four bluetooth speakers and 60 android phones.
“Also recovered were fetish items that included three calabashes, adorned with feathers, traditionally made soap and sponge, a bottle of hot drink, 20 cowries, a waist bead and four ladies’ underwear,” it stated.
The Commission added that the suspects would be charged to court after the investigations are concluded.
