EFCC Raids Abuja Hotel Owned by Assistant Commissioner of Police, Arrests Suspected Fraudsters
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has raided a hotel in Abuja allegedly owned by an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), leading to the arrest of several suspected fraudsters. According to the commission’s spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, the operation was carried out on Monday, March 8, 2023, based on intelligence reports. The hotel, located in the Wuse 2 District of Abuja, is said to be a haven for suspected Internet fraudsters and other criminal elements. During the raid, the EFCC operatives arrested 20 individuals suspected to be involved in various forms of cybercrime, including online love scams, identity theft, and money laundering. The ACP, whose name has not been disclosed, is believed to be the owner of the hotel. He is currently being interrogated by the EFCC to determine his level of involvement in the alleged criminal activities taking place at the establishment. The suspects arrested during the raid are undergoing interrogation and will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded. The EFCC has vowed to continue its crackdown on cybercrime and other economic and financial crimes in Nigeria, regardless of the status of those involved. The raid serves as a warning to individuals who may be contemplating engaging in such illicit activities, and underscores the commission’s commitment to protecting the integrity of the Nigerian financial system and the fight against corruption.EFCC Raids Abuja Hotel, Arrests Suspected Internet Fraudsters
EFCC Raids Abuja Hotel, Arrests Suspected Internet Fraudsters
On Thursday evening, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) raided a hotel in the Kubwa area of Abuja, arresting several individuals suspected of internet fraud. The raid was conducted at The Godfather’s Place on Arab Road. An authoritative police source confirmed the incident to SaharaReporters on Saturday. During the operation, EFCC operatives apprehended multiple suspects while others managed to escape from the hotel. The property is reportedly owned by a Deputy Commissioner of Police in Rivers State. Sources close to the investigation revealed that the EFCC acted on a tip-off and stormed the hotel, which had become a haven for fraudsters and cultists. Several arrests were made, while others fled by jumping fences. The source stated, “The EFCC operatives acted on a tip-off and that day stormed the place where the fraudsters and cultists were hibernating and arrested some of them. Others jumped the fence and there was panic as long as the operation lasted.” Another source added, “The facility is owned by ACP Alex Udeze, who serves in Rivers State. The police should also investigate the facility due to several allegations about cult and criminal activities in the area.” The ongoing investigation aims to uncover the scope of the criminal activities taking place at the hotel and apprehend those responsible.Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have raided a hotel in Abuja owned by an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) and arrested several suspected fraudsters. The raid was carried out in the early hours of Tuesday, April 19, 2023, based on intelligence reports linking the hotel to fraudulent activities. Upon arriving at the hotel, the EFCC operatives conducted a thorough search of the premises and arrested several individuals who were found to be engaged in suspicious activities. The suspects are currently being interrogated by the EFCC and will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded. The EFCC has also placed a lien on the hotel and other assets belonging to the ACP while investigations continue. The raid is part of the EFCC’s ongoing efforts to crack down on financial crimes and illicit activities in the country.
