Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday raided Joyous Hotel in the Nyanya area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in search of suspected internet fraudsters, commonly known as ‘Yahoo Boys’. The hotel was believed to be harbouring over 70 suspected fraudsters, who were subsequently arrested by the EFCC. According to Daily Trust, the anti-graft agency has recently stepped up its crackdown on internet scammers. The chairman of the commission, Ola Olukoyede, has repeatedly expressed concern that the activities of internet fraudsters are damaging Nigeria’s reputation internationally. Confirming the arrest of 74 suspects, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale said in a statement that the operation was based on actionable intelligence regarding their alleged involvement in cybercrime. Oyewale also disclosed that the operatives recovered a rifle, 86 mobile phones, and three motorcycles from the suspects. He added that the accused would be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations. He said, “They were arrested on Monday, June 30, 2025 at Joyous Hotel, Nyanya in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT following actionable intelligence on their suspected involvement in internet-related offences. “Items recovered from them include 86 phones, one rifle pistol and three motorcycles. They will be charged to court soon.”