An alleged fake Nigerian Senator, identified as Ifechukwu Tom Makwe has been arrested for €5.7million internet fraud by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). It was learnt that the suspect was arrested in the Guzape area of Abuja. Makwe allegedly claimed to be a US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent and diplomatic solicitor, and succeeded in defrauding his victim using fake identities. The suspect allegedly started defrauding the victim since 2013 when he first met her on social media.
June 26, 2023An alleged fake Nigerian Senator, identified as Ifechukwu Tom Makwe has been arrested for €5.7million internet fraud by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission .Makwe allegedly claimed to be a US Federal Bureau of Investigation agent and diplomatic solicitor, and succeeded in defrauding his victim using fake identities.
The EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwajaren, who confirmed the arrest in a statement on Monday, said the suspect was arrested after credible intelligence about his internet-related fraud activities.
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