In a bold move to combat financial crimes, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 11 suspected currency racketeers and internet fraudsters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Tuesday, November 11, 2024.
The suspects, identified as Rafael Obi, John Daniel, Dominion Sambo, Solomon Nwoke, Solomon Daniel, Stanley Uche, Micheal Markson, Chima Fred Onwra, Arinze Damian, Vizor Richard, and Chidera Orji, were apprehended around Apara Street, New Government Reservation Area, GRA, Port Harcourt.
According to statement posted on their social media, the anti graft agency acted on credible intelligence suggesting the suspects’ involvement in naira abuse and internet fraud.
Upon searching the suspects, operatives recovered a substantial amount of cash, totaling N1,485,000.00, five luxury vehicles, smartphones, and several incriminating documents.
This arrest, the statement pointed out is part of the EFCC’s ongoing efforts to curb financial crimes and maintain economic stability in Nigeria.
The commission said its operatives have been actively targeting currency racketeers and internet fraudsters in various parts of the country, including Kano, where 11 suspects were arrested earlier this year.
The EFCC’s Port Harcourt Zonal Command has confirmed that the suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.