Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 13 Yahoo Boys (internet fraudsters) in the Nwaniba area of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
They were arrested on Monday, 7th October 2024 in a sting operation following credible intelligence on their fraudulent internet activities.
Items recovered from the Yahoo Boys include a Lexus 350 saloon car with registration number BGK 698 SU Abia, a Lexus 350 saloon car with registration number ABC 573 BC, Toyota Camry V6 car with registration number UYY 888 HR Akwa Ibom, Toyota Corolla car with registration number KTM 613 AA Akwa Ibom, six laptop computers and 20 smartphones.
“They will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations,” the statement by the EFCC read.