Operatives of the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 42 suspected internet fraudsters in Gashua local government area of Yobe State.
They were arrested in a sting operation on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at different locations within Gashua, following credible intelligence on their involvement in computer-related crimes.
A Statement Signed by Head, Media and Publicity Dele Oyewale, which was made available to Leadership in Damaturu, the Yobe state capital
According to the Statement, the Items recovered from them at the point of arrest include seven motorcycles, one Mercedes-Benz car, fifty-five (55) phones and laptops, and PlayStation 5 (PS5) and PlayStation 4 (PS4) consoles, respectively.
The suspects were arrested based on credible intelligence about their alleged involvement in various forms of internet-related fraud.
Dele said they would be charged in court after the investigations were concluded. The suspects were arrested based on credible intelligence of their alleged involvement in internet-related fraud.
