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EFCC Arrests 29 Internet Fraudsters In Abuja

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Abuja Zonal Command on Wednesday arrested 29 suspected internet fraudsters.

The suspects were arrested at the Apo, Gwarimpa and Katampe axis of Abuja.

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The anti-graft agency in a statement said their arrest followed actionable intelligence about their suspected involvement in internet fraud.

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Items seized from the suspects include 43 phones of different makes, six vehicles and two smartwatches.

it added that they will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

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