EFCC Arrests 21 Suspected ‘Yahoo Boys’, Recovers 5 Exotic Cars, 32 Mobile Phones

Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, arrested 21 suspected internet fraudsters, popularly known as “Yahoo Boys” in a sting operation in Enugu.

The suspected “Yahoo Boys” are: Nwosu Nonso Paul, Onuji Chibuike Samson, Eze Chukwudi, Stanley Okoroafor, Michael Nnamchi, Henry Ozonwanji, Victor Ifesinachi Ozonwanji, Victor Ibik, Anthony Ugwu, Ndubuisi Amala, Eneje Chisom, Henry Chukwu, and Emanuel Abah

Others include; Abumchukwu Dominic, Agafe Victor, Victor Abah, Jide Favour, Samson Onyedika, Joshua Uchechukwu, Izuchukwu Paul, and Samuel Chizitiere.

According to a statement made available to journalists by EFCC Spokesman, Wilson Uwujaren, said items recovered from them include 5 exotic cars, 32 mobile phones, and 7 personal computers.

He added that the suspects have made useful statements and will be charged in court soon.

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