By: Sunday Ameh
Kenyan police have arrested three Nigerian nationals for alleged involvement in cyber fraud and immigration violations following a coordinated operation in Kirinyaga County.
The suspects — identified as Peter Chukwujekwu, Alazor Chukulute Sunday, and Nnalue Chiagozie Samwel — were apprehended on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at their residence in Mwihoko Village, Ngurubani Town, after a joint raid by the police and immigration officers.
According to a statement from Kenyan authorities, the operation followed intelligence reports and complaints from residents who observed suspicious movements and late-night activities in the area. The tip-off prompted security operatives to storm the building, uncovering what they described as a well-organised cyber fraud syndicate.
During the search, detectives recovered 21 mobile phones, 79 SIM cards, a Dell laptop, and several credit cards linked to different banks, all believed to be used in online fraudulent activities targeting unsuspecting victims across borders.
“A well-coordinated multi-agency raid in Mwaliko Estate within Mwea town has blown the lid off a suspected cyber fraud ring operated by three Nigerian nationals,” the police statement read.
“The suspects were flushed out after alert members of the public raised alarm over suspicious movements and late-night activities inside a rented apartment.”
Investigations revealed that the trio had overstayed their entry permits and had no valid work authorisation, making their stay in Kenya illegal. Authorities noted that despite claiming to be running an “online business,” their documents and digital devices suggested otherwise.
“The three are currently cooling their heels in custody as investigators dig deeper into their network, tracing possible links to cross-border cybercrime syndicates,” the police added.
The suspects are expected to face charges related to cybercrime and immigration offences once investigations are concluded.
Local reports indicate that the Kenyan government has intensified its crackdown on foreign nationals involved in internet scams, money laundering, and online impersonation, which have increasingly targeted victims across Africa and beyond.
Authorities have also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities within their neighbourhoods to support ongoing efforts to curb cyber-related crimes.
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