EFCC Parades Suspected Yahoo Boys In Delta State

• EFCC puts suspected Yahoo boys in Delta on parade.

• The suspected internet fraudsters were arrested in Oghara in Delta State and consist of 34 individuals.

• The anti-graft agency confirmed the arrest in a statement released on its official Twitter account on Wednesday following the arrest.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced the arrest of 34 individuals suspected of internet fraud, popularly known as “Yahoo Yahoo,” in Oghara, Delta State.

The anti-graft agency confirmed the arrest in a statement released on its official Twitter account on Wednesday.

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The suspects were identified as Ese Collins, Benjamin A. Ifeanyi, Akparoboke Oghenero, Uti Jerry, Otega John, Joshua Broka, Jethro Saapila, Goodluck Ottwowatiohwo, Adilike Precious, Uvbierimi Raphael, Oyadan Clinton, Isusu Chukwuemeka, Esajini Fidelis, Monday Justice, and Godwin Michael. Others were identified as Osagie Igbe Uwa, Fidelis Goodluck, Emmanuel Jeremiah, Omokoro Omonefe, Emakpor Efetobore, Atunu Ewomaghea, Kingsley Onwudegiru, Esegbue Stephen, Ewomazino Odidi, Ishaka Samson, Chukwuyem Marven, Jephthah Eromosele, Ese Ozumu, Adelike Ifakachukwu, Osadolor Louis, Oghenemharho Prosper, Onoyeyan Daniel, Clement Ogiaide, and Peter Ekepoburu.

The EFCC disclosed that the suspects were apprehended during a sting operation. Items recovered from them included mobile phones and cars such as a GLE 350, Lexus RX350, Toyota Venza, and Lexus ES330.

In a bid to combat the alarming rate of internet fraud in the country, the EFCC has stepped up its efforts to bring perpetrators to book. The anti-graft agency affirmed that the suspects will be charged to court once the investigation is concluded.

The agency also urged the public to provide information that could help in identifying more individuals involved in fraudulent activities.

The EFCC has reiterated its commitment to the fight against corruption and internet fraud, stressing that no stone will be left unturned in bringing perpetrators to justice.

Internet fraud, also known as “Yahoo Yahoo,” has become a major issue in Nigeria, with many young people engaging in the act as a means of making quick money.

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The government has intensified its efforts to curb the menace, and the EFCC has been at the forefront of the fight against internet fraud in the country.

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