Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency, the EFCC, has arrested 120 people suspected of cybercrime in Lagos State. The operation took place on Monday, May 19, 2025.

According to the EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, the suspects—95 men and 25 women—were apprehended after sustained surveillance and credible intelligence.

Officials recovered 26 exotic cars, luxury jewelry, laptops, mobile phones, and incriminating documents during the raid carried out by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1.

All suspects are currently under investigation and will face prosecution once the EFCC concludes its inquiries.