EFCC arrests ex-convict, 54 others for alleged internet fraud in Oyo

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibadan Zonal Command, have arrested an ex-cybercrime convict and 54 other suspects for alleged internet fraud in Oyo town.

This is contained in a statement issued in Ibadan on Friday and signed by the commission’s Head of Media and Publicity, Wilson Uwujaren.

Uwujaren recalled that Justice Uche Agomoh of the Federal High Court, Ibadan, Oyo State, had on February 15, 2022, convicted and sentenced the ex-convict to seven months imprisonment without the option of a fine for his involvement in cybercrime.

He said the ex-convict was arrested alongside 54 others at Oyo town on Thursday following verified intelligence regarding their internet fraud activities.

Uwujaren listed the Items recovered from the suspects as including seven exotic vehicles, 79 mobile phones, four laptops, and several incriminating documents, among others.

The anti-graft spokesperson said the suspects would be charged in court once investigations are concluded.