EFCC arrested  three for Naira mutilation in Benin, four internet fraudsters in Abuja

Stanley Ihedigbo

Operatives of the  Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have arrested three persons for suspected naira mutilation and abuse.

Four suspected internet fraudsters were also arrested in Abuja.

According to the Head, Media and Publicity, EFCC, Mr. Dele Oyewale, the suspects were arrested following credible intelligence on their suspected involvement in Naira abuse.

The suspects are, Stanley Ogbolu, 35,  Odiaka Sorwu 42, and Kelvin Anyakwu, 42. They were arrested in Asaba, Delta State at a burial ceremony allegedly spraying naira notes on a celebrant.

The suspects will be charged in court as soon as investigations are concluded.

In Abuja, the suspects were arrested during a sting operation at the Kubwa axis of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT,  following intelligence and surveillance on their alleged fraudulent activities.

Items recovered from the suspects include four brands of mobile phone

They will also be charged in court as soon as investigations are concluded.