Operatives of the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 34 individuals suspected of engaging in internet-related fraud during a coordinated operation in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital.
The operation, which took place in the early hours of Monday, June 23, targeted the Iworoko and Ijado areas of the city, following credible intelligence linking the suspects to various forms of cybercrime, including identity theft, online scams, and fraudulent investment schemes.
According to an official EFCC statement, the raid led to the recovery of several items believed to be proceeds of crime or tools used in committing fraud. These include 11 exotic cars, multiple laptop computers, mobile phones, and incriminating documents.
The EFCC emphasized that the arrests are part of its ongoing crackdown on cybercrime across the country, especially targeting young individuals involved in what has become known as “Yahoo Yahoo” activities.
The commission further disclosed that investigations are already underway to establish the level of involvement of each suspect. Upon conclusion, the suspects will be formally charged to court.
“The EFCC remains committed to ridding the country of internet fraud and other forms of financial crimes. We urge members of the public to continue to support our efforts by providing credible information that will assist in bringing perpetrators to justice,” the statement added.
The arrests in Ekiti add to the growing list of ongoing anti-corruption operations by the EFCC as part of its broader mandate to combat economic and financial crimes in Nigeria.
