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Nigerian Army Raids 'Yahoo Training Centre' in Delta, Arrest 183 Suspected Internet Fraudsters

Posted by Thandiubani on Tue 22nd Jul, 2025 - tori.ng

The Commander, 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint Task Force, Operation Delta Safe, Brigadier General MA Shonibare, commended the troops for their professionalism and diligence in carrying out the operation.

 
183 suspected internet fraudsters have been arrested by men of the Nigerian Army.
 
The incident happened during a raid operation at a Yahoo training centre in Warri, Delta State. 
 
Captain Iliyasu Bawa Rijau, Ag Assistant Director Army public Relations 63 Brigade Asaba, who disclosed this in a statement said the operation was carried out on July 19, 2025, following a tip-off on the activities of the suspects. 
 
"The suspects, all males between the ages of 16 and 29, were arrested in some apartments that served as an internet fraud training center within the area. Items recovered from the suspects include 274 assorted laptops, 87 assorted mobile phones, 9 laptop chargers, 1 table phone, and 2 WiFi devices, the statement read. 
 
“The suspects and the recovered items are currently on preliminary investigation and necessary action. The Nigerian Army assures the public that it will continue to work tirelessly to rid the society of cybercrime and other forms of criminality.”
 
The Commander, 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint Task Force, Operation Delta Safe, Brigadier General MA Shonibare, commended the troops for their professionalism and diligence in carrying out the operation. 
 
He urged the public to continue to support the military in its efforts to maintain peace and security in the region.
 


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