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EFCC Warns Nigerians Against Yahoo Boys, Wonder Banks, Others

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Sunday warned Nigerians against activities of money doublers, internet fraudsters and operators of wonder banks.

The anti-graft agency also advised Nigerians to stay away from businesses without offices, adding that no one; even politicians are not exempted from being arrested if found committing any economic and financial crimes.

 

The EFCC issued the warning during a question and answer section on its verified Twitter page on Sunday.

 

Some of the tweets which were direct response to questions from followers read

 

“Nigerians beware of wonder banks, beware of “Money doublers”! Flee from business entities with no office location! Don’t be pushed by greed!

 

“It is better to act wisely than to regret action. We also have what it takes to arrest and prosecute ANY Nigerian politician who has committed economic and financial crimes.”

 

EFCC added that Yahoo boys are a ‘Curse’ to Nigeria henceforth will continue to be hunted until they desist from the fraudulent act.

 

“Yahoo boys are actually A “CURSE” to the country and need to be stopped spreading at once

 

“For purpose of education and information, internet fraud is a form of cyber crime punishable under several Sections of the Cyber Crimes (Prohibition Prevention, etc) Act, 2015.

 

A jail term of 7 years awaits the convict or a fine of N5m.”

 

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