32 alleged Internet fraudsters, popularly referred to as “yahoo-yahoo boys,” have been detained in Makurdi by agents of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) Makurdi Zonal Command.
The suspects were apprehended during a special operation, which was confirmed by the Command’s head of public affairs, Mr. Bayo Adeniran.
A post on the Commission’s social media accounts stated that the suspects, who included girls, were apprehended on Thursday in their hiding places throughout the area.
According to the statement “They were arrested after a series of surveillance based on intelligence on their alleged criminal activities.”
Items recovered from the suspects included a Toyota Camry Car, 23 iPhones, 11 Android phones, 6 Laptop computers, one ATM Card, one flash drive, wrist watch and several incriminating documents.
The statement disclosed that the suspects had made useful statements and would be charged to court as soon as the investigation was concluded.
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