EFCC raids estates in Lagos, arrests Yahoo boys [PHOTOS]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Lagos, has arrested seven suspected internet fraudsters for offences bordering on conspiracy, possession of fraudulent documents, attempt to obtain money under false pretences and obtaining money under false pretences.

A statement by the commission on Monday listed names of the suspects.

They are Abdulsalam Toheeb, Salam Sikiru, Abdusalam Rasaq, Azeez Oladimeji, Eniola Mogaji, Alabi Ridwan and Asoroti Oluwaseun.

All were arrested at the Eleganza Estate and Paradise Estate along Lekki/ Ajah area of Lagos, following intelligence report received by the Commission about their activities.

Items recovered include: two cars (Honda Crosstour and Toyota Camry) seven laptops and six phones.

The statement added that suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

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