EFCC Arrests 31 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Abuja Sting Operation
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday, April 9, 2026, arrested 31 individuals suspected of internet fraud during a raid on an alleged internet fraud academy located in Becki Estate, Karu, Federal Capital Territory.
The suspects, which included two alleged kingpins and several interns, were apprehended while participating in online fraud tutorials. Investigators recovered multiple items from the premises, including 18 laptops, mobile phones, and other electronic devices.
Preliminary investigations revealed that some interns were recruited from Benue State under the guise of legitimate job opportunities. Upon arrival at the facility, they were provided with communication devices, software, and computers as part of their fraudulent training.
The EFCC noted that the academy operated with strict internal controls: recruits were housed on-site, their movements restricted, and mobile phones confiscated to prevent contact with the outside world. Reports also indicated that corporal punishment and physical assault were used against trainees who disobeyed instructions.
The Commission has confirmed that the suspects will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations. The operation underscores EFCC’s ongoing efforts to dismantle organized cybercrime networks in the country.
EFCC Arrests 31 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Abuja Sting Operation