The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 28 suspected internet fraudsters in Ilorin, Kwara State.
During a sting operation, the suspects were arrested in the Tanke, University Road, Oshin, and Agbabiaka areas of the state capital.
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Seven exotic cars, including the latest models of Toyota Corolla and a Lexus, two motorcycles and expensive phones and laptops suspected to be tools of the illicit trade, were recovered from them.
The anti-corruption agency said the suspects would be arraigned in court upon concluding the ongoing investigations.
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The EFCC routinely arrests suspected internet fraudsters in urban communities across Nigeria as more young people find the illicit trade lucrative.
Convictions of suspected so-called Yahoo Boys have formed a significant part of those secured by the EFCC in courts over the years.
