“Yahoo boys” is a term used to describe young men in Nigeria who engage in fraudulent activities, particularly online fraud, also known as advance fee fraud or 419 scams. These individuals typically use email or social media to trick unsuspecting victims into sending them money, promising them a share of a large sum of money, inheritance, or other benefits in return.
The activities of yahoo boys have contributed to Nigeria’s negative image internationally, and have led to the country being blacklisted by financial institutions in some countries. In addition, these activities are illegal and can result in severe penalties, including imprisonment and fines.
The operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the EFCC, on Monday, April 3, 2023, arrested twenty-one suspected internet fraudsters in the Emene and New Kenyata, the axis of Enugu.
The suspects are Kenneth Arinze Godfrey, Anichukwu Emmanuel Aku, Michael Israel Chukwuemeka, Anichukwu Obinna Christian Eze Chigozie Collins, Ije Samuel Chinenye, Ngwu Peter Damian, Johnson Wisdom Kelechi, Jude Leo Nelson, Tochukwu Ononuju Nelson, David Chinecherem Ezeagu and Okonkwo Kingsley Obinna.
Others are Chukwu John Chibuzor, Ogbonna Okechukwu Precious, Benedict Oluebubu Akarekwe, Akarekwe Michael chidera, Chinedu Amuka, Chukwunonso Emmanuel Oji, Chukwunonso Mmaduabuchi Obodo, Asogwa Christopher Ejiofor and Nnadi Chukwuemeka Leonard.
They were arrested following actionable intelligence. Items recovered from them include 32 mobile phones, 2 laptops, one iPad, and five luxury cars. The suspects have made useful statements and will be charged in court as soon as the investigation is concluded.
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