Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) stormed a hotel in the Nyanya area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Monday, June 30, arresting 74 suspected internet fraudsters, popularly known as Yahoo Boys.
Naija News reports that the hotel, identified as Joyous Hotel, was said to have been hosting dozens of suspected cybercriminals before the raid by EFCC operatives.
Spokesman for the anti-graft agency, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrests in a statement, disclosing that the operation was carried out based on actionable intelligence.
“The suspects were arrested following credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet-related offences,” Oyewale noted.
He added that items recovered during the operation included one rifle, 86 mobile phones, and three motorcycles.
Naija News reports that the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, has repeatedly expressed concern over the growing activities of cybercriminals, stating that they continue to damage Nigeria’s image globally.
At various public engagements, Olukoyede lamented that the activities of Yahoo Boys have brought ridicule and suspicion upon innocent Nigerians travelling or transacting business abroad.
The latest raid is part of a broader crackdown on cybercrime by the EFCC. The commission has, in recent months, intensified efforts to arrest and prosecute suspected fraudsters operating across the country.
Oyewale further stated that the suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
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