The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has uncovered an alleged training centre for internet fraud, commonly referred to as a Yahoo academy in Abuja, leading to the arrest of 31 suspects.
The operation, carried out on Thursday, April 9, 2026, took place at Becki Estate in Karu, within the Federal Capital Territory, following what the agency described as a sting operation.
According to details shared on the official page of the commission, the suspects, said to include two key operators and several trainees, were arrested while undergoing what appeared to be organised cyber fraud tutorials.
The agency said items recovered during the raid include multiple mobile phones, 18 laptops, and other digital devices believed to have been used for fraudulent activities.
It further noted that findings by the commission showed some of the recruits were allegedly lured from Benue State with promises of legitimate job opportunities, only to be introduced into internet fraud upon arrival.
“They were handed communication devices, computers and software, setting the stage for their training in cyber fraud,” the commission stated.
Further details revealed that the recruits were reportedly confined within the facility, with their movements restricted and personal phones taken from them, effectively cutting them off from the outside world.
The anti-graft agency also disclosed that strict control measures were enforced within the centre, including alleged physical punishment for those who failed to comply with instructions.
The commission noted that the suspects remain in custody and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of ongoing investigations.
