The arrests took place in Ogun State and were conducted as part of sting operations carried out between June 7 and 8.
Wilson Uwujaren, the spokesperson for the EFCC, provided details of the operation, stating that the suspects were apprehended following actionable intelligence received by the commission regarding their involvement in computer-related fraud activities.
Among those arrested are Olamilekan Ayuba, Ogundeyi Kayode, Abdulrahman Abiodun, Blessing Omokaro, Olasupo Ridwan, Adetola Salau, Adeola Ideraoluwa, Victor Osikwemeh, Taiwo Ayobami, Eleshin Ademola, Ayomipo Adelere, Shogbesan Quadri, and Sanni Qudus. The list also includes Olanite Oluwatosin, Olatunbosun Alameen, Aderemi Adekunle, Olawunmi Tosin, Ayobado Olatunde, Ariyo Taofik, Olugbade David, Olumayowa Adedayo, Aremu Alabi, Akintosoye Pelumi, Fatoye Akanbi, and Adio Oyebanji. Additionally, the EFCC arrested Adekoya Samuel, Adebayo Taiwo, Olawale Bayole, Emmanuel Benjamin, Omotosho Ayobami, Usman Boluwatife, Adewale Adeniyi, Obadina Olawunmi, Ashiru Abdullahi, Ahmed Mubarak, Idowu Kazeem, Olukoya Emmanuel, Yusuf Lukman, Agesin Eniola, Tajudeen Mustapha, Falola Olalekan, Usman Funsh, Bolaji Usman, Ayiyon Naoh, Mohammed Adeoye, Babatunde Seun, Afela Mustapha, Yusuf Habeeb Olanrewaju, Alao Ayomide, Oyeleye Uman Abduljelil Raji, and Adeniyi Abdulmojeeb.
The EFCC spokesperson revealed that during the operation, several items were seized as evidence, including mobile phones, laptop computers, and cars.
The arrested individuals will undergo thorough investigations, and once concluded, they will be charged to court to face prosecution for their alleged crimes.
This latest operation demonstrates the EFCC's unwavering commitment to combating cybercrime and protecting the public from the activities of fraudsters operating online.
The EFCC has been actively working to tackle the menace of internet fraud, which has become a pervasive issue in Nigeria.
Through intelligence gathering and strategic operations, the commission continues to make significant strides in identifying and apprehending those involved in cybercriminal activities.
The arrests in Ogun State serve as a warning to those who engage in such illicit practices that their actions will not go unpunished.
The EFCC has urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or individuals involved in internet fraud to the appropriate authorities.
By working together, law enforcement agencies and the public can effectively combat cybercrime and safeguard the interests of individuals and businesses from financial losses and other harmful consequences.
The EFCC's efforts to combat cybercrime are in line with the commitment of the Nigerian government to maintain a safe and secure digital environment.
As technology continues to advance, it is essential to enhance cybersecurity measures and enforce strict penalties for those involved in cybercriminal activities.