A joint operation by Kenyan security agencies has uncovered a suspected cyber fraud ring run by three Nigerian nationals in Mwea, Kirinyaga County.
The suspects, identified as Peter Chukwujekwu, Alazor Chukulute Sunday, and Nnalue Chiagozie Samwel, were arrested during a coordinated multi-agency raid at Mwaliko Estate following public reports of unusual activity at a rented apartment.
Alert residents had raised concerns over suspicious movements and late-night operations believed to be linked to digital crime.
Detectives responding to the tip-off stormed the premises and recovered 21 mobile phones, 79 SIM cards, a Dell laptop, and several credit cards from different banks.
The items are believed to be tools of a sophisticated online fraud network targeting unsuspecting victims across the region.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects entered the country legally but have since overstayed their entry passes and hold no valid work permits.
They claimed to be running an “online business,” but authorities believe the operation was part of a larger cross-border cybercrime network.
The three are being held in custody as detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations continue to trace possible accomplices and follow digital trails linking the group to financial crimes within and beyond Kenya.
Police have commended residents for their vigilance and urged the public to remain alert to suspicious activities, noting that cyber fraud remains one of the fastest-growing crimes targeting individuals, businesses, and financial institutions.
