The Operatives of the Sokoto Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have apprehended thirteen suspected internet fraudsters in Sokoto State.

According to an official statement from the EFCC on Monday via X, the suspects were arrested on Saturday, September 28, 2024, in the Gidan Yaro and Dandima areas of Sokoto, following actionable intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet-related crimes.

All the suspects claimed to be students of Usman Danfodio University Sokoto.

The agency further noted that the suspects will be charged in court after the conclusion of ongoing investigations.