EFCC cracks down on cybercrime, arrest 55 suspects in Kwara.

The Ilorin Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 56 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in Ilorin, Kwara State’s capital city.

This was contained in a statement issued in Ilorin yesterday  signed by the anti-graft agency Head of Media, Mr. Dele Oyewale, a copy of which was made available to the reporter.

The statement  said:”The arrests were carried out between Tuesday, September 3 – 4, 2024, at different locations within the town following credible intelligence on the activities of fraudsters throwing unsuspected citizens of the state into pain and tears through their fraudulent pranks. 

“Items recovered from them include 18 different brands of exotic cars, laptops, expensive smartphones, and charms.”

The statement indicated that the suspects will be charged in court once the current investigations are completed.