Lagos police successfully arrested cybercriminals running an illegal 'Yahoo school' for training in internet fraud.
Police Operation and Arrest
The Lagos State Police Command arrested four cybercrime suspects and six trainees, including a 12-year-old child, in the Iju area. The arrested suspects are Chibuike Ihejika, 23; Stanley Ihejika, 22; Obiora Oyediba, 26; and Emmanuel Oyedibe, 25.
Case Details
According to Police Command Public Relations Officer Benjamin Hundeyin, the principal suspects recruited trainees from Anambra State for internet fraud, confiscating their earnings. The 12-year-old trainee, Minachi Udochukwu, received medical attention for healing injury marks found on his body.
Fight Against Cybercrime
Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, praised the dedication and professionalism of the police personnel involved. The public is urged to report suspicious activity. Meanwhile, cybercrime crackdowns continue in places like Bauchi, where 21 suspects were arrested.
The Lagos police remain committed to combating cybercrime, urging the public to stay vigilant. Law enforcement in the region strives to eradicate these illegal activities.
