BENIN CITY – Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Saturday, 12th April 2025, arrested 19 suspected internet fraudsters (aka Yahoo boys) at different locations within Benin City, Edo State.
The suspects were arrested based on credible intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities.
Items recovered from them included five exotic cars and smartphones.
“They would be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded,” a statement by the EFCC read.
