The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned nine Chinese nationals and a company, Genting International Co. Ltd., over alleged cyber terrorism and internet fraud.
According to the EFCC, the suspects are linked to a 792-member cybercrime syndicate involved in cryptocurrency investment scams and romance fraud.
EFCC’s “Eagle Flush Operation” Leads to Arrest
The anti-graft agency carried out a surprise operation, codenamed “Eagle Flush Operation,” on December 10, 2024, in Lagos, leading to the arrest of the suspects.
Charges & Court Proceedings
The suspects—Su Dong Fu, Zheng Xian Tao, Wang Shi Long, Pan Cai Qi, Ting Liao, Fan Jia, Feng Li Cani, Lu Yong Yao, and Yang Chen Cheng—were arraigned before Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke at the Federal High Court in Lagos on multiple charges, including:
- Cybercrimes & Cyber Terrorism
- Possession of Fraudulent Documents
- Identity Theft
All defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Court Ruling & Trial Dates
Following their pleas, the prosecution counsel, M.K. Bashir, requested trial dates and urged the court to remand the defendants. Justice Aneke scheduled the trial for February 21 and March 7, 2025, and ordered their remand at Ikoyi Correctional Centre.
EFCC Intensifies Crackdown on Cyber Fraud
This arraignment comes just two days after the EFCC charged 11 other Chinese nationals with similar cyber-related offences before the same Federal High Court in Lagos.
Stay updated for further developments on this case as the EFCC continues its fight against cyber fraud, cryptocurrency scams, and financial crimes in Nigeria.
