The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it has arrested 48 suspected internet fraudsters, popularly known as Yahoo Boys, in Abia State, South-East Nigeria
The anti-corruption agency which made this known on Monday said the suspects were arrested on Friday in Umudike, Ikwuano Local Government Area of the state by operatives of its Uyo Zonal Directorate.
The EFCC said the suspects were arrested following actionable intelligence on their suspected involvement in internet fraud.
According to EFCC, items recovered from the suspects include 12 exotic cars, 15 different brands of laptops and 68 expensive smartphones.
The commission said, “Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC, have arrested forty-eight (48) suspected internet fraudsters in Umudike, Abia State.
“They were arrested on Friday, August 30, 2024 at different locations within Umudike, following actionable intelligence on their suspected involvement in internet fraud.
“Items recovered from them include 12 exotic cars, 15 different brands of laptops and 68 expensive smartphones.
“They would be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.”