EFCC denies harassment during Lekki estate raid
The EFCC has denied allegations of harassment during a raid on Applewood Estate, Lekki, which led to the arrest of 21 suspected cybercrime fraudsters. Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-denies-harassment-during-lekki-estate-raid/
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed allegations of harassment, intimidation, and unlawful arrests during its raid on Applewood Estate in Lagos, Nigeria. On Monday, October 26, 2026, EFCC operatives from Lagos Directorate 1 conducted a raid at 5 am, arresting 21 suspected cybercrime fraudsters. The operation, aimed at individuals defrauding victims through gift cards, cryptocurrencies, and international money transfers, also resulted in the recovery of five exotic cars.
EFCC Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, stated that the operation was carried out professionally, with diligent pre-arrest surveillance and reconnaissance. Nineteen of the 21 suspects were indicted, while the remaining two were released. The EFFC urged the public to support its fight against economic and financial crimes, warning against blackmail and alarmism.
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