The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the arrest of a major international cybercrime syndicate operating in Nigeria.
In what has been described as a landmark operation, the EFCC apprehended no fewer than 792 foreign nationals in Lagos for their alleged involvement in large-scale online fraud. The suspects are accused of orchestrating schemes that targeted individuals and businesses across different continents, undermining Nigeria’s image and global digital security.
The Executive Director, of CISLAC, Auwal Ibrahim Musa (Rafsanjani), in a statement, praised the EFCC for what he called “a bold and decisive action” in the fight against cybercrime. He noted that the operation not only disrupted a network of foreign fraudsters but also sent a strong message that Nigeria will not be a safe haven for digital criminals.
Rafsanjani urged the EFCC to ensure diligent investigation and prosecution to serve as a deterrent to other cybercrime syndicates. He also called for stronger collaboration between Nigerian authorities, international partners, and civil society groups to tackle the evolving threat of cybercrime.
According to him, effective enforcement, coupled with public awareness and digital literacy, will go a long way in protecting Nigerians from falling victim to online scams while safeguarding the nation’s reputation in the global community.
The EFCC has assured that the arrested suspects will face prosecution after thorough investigations, reinforcing its commitment to rid Nigeria of both local and foreign cybercriminals.
