Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Uyo Zonal Command, have uncovered a cybercrime training facility, popularly known as a “Yahoo-Yahoo Academy,” in Umuahia, Abia State.
The illegal centre, identified as ‘Yahoo-Yahoo Hustle Kingdom’, was raided on Friday, July 18, 2025, following credible intelligence. The EFCC operatives apprehended 23 suspects, including eight trainees undergoing cybercrime training and 15 others linked to internet fraud.
The eight arrested trainees are: Toona Henry, Tavershima Solomon, Chi Orseer James, Ubee Benjamin, Gabriel Ibe Ifeanyi, Tindue Godwin, Muhammed Terwase Micheal, and Destiny Andrew.
Other arrested suspects include: Okezie Almond, Precious Osmond, Kenneth Prospect, Iweobi Chika Augustine, Nedolisa Victor, Kanu Austin, Anolu David, Collins Chinedu, Joshua Nnamdi, Ogechi Chibuzor, Michael Chinonso, Prince Chigozie, Festus Nwogu, Michael Lazarus, and Kingsley Ndubuisi.
The operation took place at the training centre located in the Doofco Palace building, behind Government College, Umuahia. Additional arrests were made in the Umudike, Ahiaeke, and Umugu areas of the city.
Recovered items include two vehicles, 15 laptops, and 34 mobile phones.
The EFCC has confirmed that all suspects will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations.
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