The suspects were apprehended following credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in a cyber-related scam.

Fifteen suspected Yahoo boys have been arrested by The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Abuja Zonal Command.

The suspects were apprehended within Brick City and Kagini in the Kubwa axis of Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, on Thursday, August 19, 2021 following credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in a cyber-related scam.

The suspects are Benjamin Obiakor, Emmanuel Simon, Ibrahim Oyelade, Taiwo Samuel, Oko Emmanuel Chinedu, Uchechukwu Edozie and Obi Emeka Reginald. Others include Jerry Gabriel, Athnetus Ezeh, Michael Aaron, Ebube Gabriel, Ikechukwu Collins, Izoduwa Osemwegie, Augustine Kelvin, Morrison Marvin, Stanley Okereke, Victor Ajah, Ibrahim Ojonugwa, Chijioke Nnaka, Chikezie Wisdom and Chijioke Ifendu.

Items recovered from the suspects include two cars, five laptops, and 13 mobile phones.

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