Mass Conviction: 28 ‘Yahoo Boys’ Sentenced for Fraud in Anambra – Shocking Details Inside!

In a groundbreaking legal development, Justice Nnadi O. Dimgba of the Federal High Court in Awka, Anambra state, delivered convictions on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, for 28 individuals involved in internet fraud. These defendants faced separate charges related to impersonation and attempts to obtain money through false pretences.

The prosecution was led by the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The convicted individuals are Emmanuel Chidozie Katchi, Chukwudi ThankGod Chiazor, Chinonso Raymond, Ejike Moses Ezeoma, Okafor Silas, Akuh Stanley Chidera, David Franklin Orobo, Emmanuel Chisom Orizu, Uche Ejidike, Ezechukwu Casmir Chibuokem, Nwanolue Godswill, Nnadi Collins Arinze, Kemelu Valentine Obinna, Chukwuebuka Augustine Onyemaobi, and Chukwuemeka Emmanuel Ajaegbo.

Additional individuals found guilty include Ebuka Peter Obinyo, Shedrack Ezekiel Aaron, Israel Chibueze Chibuike, Kingdom Princewill Ameachi, Ezeh Goodness Makachukwu, Victor Chukwubuikem Hezikiah, Anyidiaso Lotanna Patrick, Somtochukwu Valentine Ezeobi, Asouzu Francis Chukwuma, ThankGod Chimaijem Obioma, and Chukwuemeka Kingsley Ireka.

All 28 defendants admitted guilt in their respective cases and were subsequently sentenced to one year of imprisonment each, with their sentences commencing on September 19, 2023. However, they were offered alternatives in the form of fines and community service, which involved cleaning the premises of the Federal High Court within the jurisdiction of the EFCC Enugu Command.

Furthermore, assets identified as the proceeds of their criminal activities were ordered to be forfeited to the Federal Government of Nigeria. This landmark judgment sends a clear message against internet fraud in Anambra and underscores the commitment of the EFCC to combating cybercrime.