Kenyan authorities have apprehended three Nigerian citizens accused of operating an elaborate cyber fraud network while staying illegally in the country. The arrest followed a coordinated multi-agency operation in Kirinyaga County.
Dramatic Raid Uncovers Fraud Operation
The suspects were captured on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at their hideout in Mwihoko village, Ngurubani town, located in Mwea East sub-county. The operation involved both police and immigration officers working together based on intelligence from alert community members.
Kirinyaga County Criminal Investigations Officer Justus Imana revealed that concerned citizens had reported suspicious activities and late-night movements at a rented apartment, prompting the investigation. "The operation was launched after a tip-off from members of the public," Imana confirmed.
Stunning Evidence Recovered
During the raid, officers discovered substantial evidence pointing to sophisticated cyber crime activities. The recovered items included:
- 21 mobile phones
- 79 SIM cards
- A Dell laptop
- 37 credit cards from various banks
- Seven different currencies
- A white powdery substance
- Paraphernalia suspected for use in witchcraft
The Directorates of Criminal Investigations (DCI) described the findings as evidence of "a well-oiled fraud network" in their official statement.
Illegal Immigration Status Revealed
Investigations uncovered that all three suspects had overstayed their visas and were living in Kenya illegally. According to Imana, their passports showed they entered the country on different dates between 2021 and January 2025.
"One arrived in 2021, another in 2023, and the third one in January 2025," the criminal investigations officer stated, emphasizing that their entry passes had long expired and they possessed no valid work permits.
The suspects have been identified as Peter Chukwujekwu, Alazor Chukulute Sunday, and Nnalue Chiagozie Samwel. Despite claiming to be "running an online business," authorities believe they were involved in more sinister activities.
The three men are currently in custody as investigators continue to probe their operations and potential connections to cross-border cybercrime syndicates. They are scheduled to appear in court on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
Authorities have urged members of the public who may have fallen victim to the suspects' activities to come forward for identification purposes as the investigation continues to unfold.
