The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has apprehended 42 individuals suspected of internet fraud in Gashua Local Government Area of Yobe State.
The Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the anti-corruption agency made the announcement through a post on its verified Facebook page on Thursday.
The suspects were arrested during a sting operation carried out on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at various locations within Gashua town.
The operation followed credible intelligence linking them to computer-related crimes.
“Items recovered from them include seven motorcycles, one Mercedes Benz car, fifty-five phones and laptops, as well as PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles,” the EFCC stated.
The commission added that the suspects are connected to multiple internet-related fraud activities based on available intelligence.
The EFCC said investigations are ongoing, and the suspects will be charged to court upon the conclusion of the probe.
