EFCC Arrests 21 in Cybercrime Raid at Lekki Estate
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) raided Applewood Estate on Orchid Road, Lekki, Lagos State, to apprehend suspected cybercrime operators on October 26. The operation, executed by the EFCC’s Lagos Directorate 1 at approximately 5 am, resulted in the arrest of 21 individuals accused of defrauding victims through gift cards, cryptocurrency transactions, and international money transfers.
Following surveillance and reconnaissance, the EFCC stated that 19 of the arrested suspects were implicated in the fraud and would be arraigned in court immediately, while two others were released. The EFCC's head of media and publicity, Dele Oyewale, clarified that the operation was conducted professionally and without harassment.
The agency also addressed concerns regarding a young woman detained during the raid, stating she attempted to alert the suspects. Her phone was temporarily confiscated but returned after the operation.
The EFCC urged public support against economic crimes, emphasizing the detrimental impact of cybercrime on Nigeria's reputation.
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