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EFCC arrests four ‘bank hackers’ in Abuja

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EFCC arrests four ‘bank hackers’ in Abuja

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, says its operatives have arrested about four suspected bank hackers in Abuja.

A statement issued on Tuesday by the spokesperson of the anti-graft agency, Dele Oyewale said they were nabbed for alleged conspiracy, unauthorised access to banks’ computer systems and fraudulent withdrawal of depositors’ funds.

He identified the suspects as Chima Anthony Nwigwe, alleged leader of banks’ hacking syndicate; Mohammed Bello Mahmud; Effiong Victor Emmanuel; The managing director, Downstone Ultimate Limited, Daminan Ali.

The EFCC spokesperson said that the suspects were arrested in a sting operation in Abuja following actionable intelligence.

He said the suspects have been allegedly involved in hacking and compromising databases of commercial banks, causing fraudulent transfers and withdrawals via different digital platforms.

Dele also noted that the suspects would be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.

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