The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested De Rock Club owner, Sunday Adepoju in Ibadan, and 21 others along Ring Road in Ibadan over suspected internet fraud.
The spokesman, Mr Wilson Uwujaren stated in Ibadan on Monday that the suspects were arrested at the club during an intelligence-driven operation.
According to Uwujaren, EFCC arrested Ajuwon Ibrahim, Ogunniyi Stephen, Bolaji Quadri, Olajire Olamilekan, Ojo Kolapo, Kajero Sodiq, Kareem Abiodun, Bolaji Toheeb, Banjo Toyin, Clement Adeseye, and a couple Aladenusi Ayodeji and Aladenusi Sadiat (a.k.a Bonnie and Clyde).
Uwujaren added that one of the suspects who is a graduate of Industrial Chemistry of Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye in Ogun, runs Helpline Foundation and Special Service Global Trust Ltd., in Ibadan.
He stated that the 36-year-old graduate was arrested with a 2020 model Range Rover HSE Sports Utility Vehicle.
Uwujaren added that the suspects were arrested after a series of surveillance and intelligence on their alleged criminal activities.
Recovered items from them include five cars, laptops, mobile phones, and incriminating documents suggesting false pretences.
Uwujaren went on to say that the suspects would be charged in court after detailed investigations are concluded.
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