EFCC has arrested 4 suspected bank hackers in Abuja

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested four suspected bank hackers in Abuja for alleged conspiracy, unauthorized access to bank computer systems and fraudulent withdrawal of depositors’ funds.

The suspects are Chima Anthony Nwigwe, the suspected leader of the hacking syndicate, along with three others: Effiong Victor Emmanuel, Mohammed Bello Mahmoud, Managing Director of Downstone Ultimate Limited, and Daminan Ali.

The EFCC spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said in a statement on Tuesday that the suspects were arrested in a special operation in Abuja following intelligence on their alleged involvement in hacking, compromising of commercial bank databases, leading to fraudulent transfers and withdrawals through various digital platforms. .

He also noted that after the completion of the investigation, the suspects will be brought to court.