EFCC arrests a 35yr-Old Internet Fraudster in Abuja. …seizes Posh Houses, Cars, Jewelleries

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested billionaire one Hyginus Nkwocha for alleged involvement in internet fraud and money laundering in Abuja

The EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, gave confirmation of the arrest in a statement released in Abuja

Oyewale noted that the suspect, 35, was arrested at Ever Green Estate, Lugbe, Abuja, following intelligence about his suspected involvement in internet fraud and money laundering.

The statement reads, “Items recovered from him include a sum of 2,200 dollars, an iPhone 15 Pro Max, a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, a Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, an iPhone 13 Pro Max, and a MacBook.

“Other items recovered include a gold chain and pendant, a gold bracelet, a gold neck chain, Mercedes Benz ML 350, a Chevrolet Camaro, and a Mustang car.

“Also recovered are some properties at Cookies Court 2, located in Ocean Palm Estate, Ajah, Lagos; Unit C8, Lugbe Airport Road, Abuja; and Cookies Court 2, 2nd Avenue, Ocean Palm Estate, Ogombo, Lagos State,” Oyewale stated.

Oyewale added that investigations were still ongoing and the suspect would be charged to court as soon as investigations were concluded.