Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested about four suspected bank hackers in Abuja.
The spokesperson of the anti-graft agency, Dele Oyewale, who confirmed the arrest of the suspects through a statement issued on Tuesday, 29 October.
According to Oyewale, the quartet were arrested for alleged conspiracy, unauthorised access to banks’ computer systems and fraudulent withdrawal of depositors’ funds.
EFCC image -maker 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.
According to him, the suspects were arrested in a sting operation in Abuja following actionable intelligence.
Oyewale said the suspects have been allegedly involved in hacking and compromising databases of commercial banks, causing fraudulent transfers and withdrawals via different digital platforms.
The EFCC spokesperson also noted that the suspects would be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.
