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EFCC Arrests 11 Suspected Fraudsters Amid Controversy

3/3/2025

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On February 27, 2025, a bold operation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) led to the arrest of 11 suspected internet fraudsters at White Hotel in Niger State. Armed with credible intelligence, agents seized two vehicles and 13 mobile phones. While the EFCC stood firm on the legitimacy of the arrests, police reports cast shadows of doubt on the operation's integrity.

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Story summary

On February 27, 2025, a bold operation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) led to the arrest of 11 suspected internet fraudsters at White Hotel in Niger State. Armed with credible intelligence, agents seized two vehicles and 13 mobile phones. While the EFCC stood firm on the legitimacy of the arrests, police reports cast shadows of doubt on the operation's integrity.