On April 2, 2025, the Lagos State Police Command achieved a significant milestone in the fight against cybercrime. They busted a notorious “yahoo school” in the city. They also rescued a 12-year-old trainee and several others. A team of police officers from the Cybercrime Unit carried out the raid. Commander, CSP Oyinye Orisunmibare, led the operation.
The Lagos State Police Command had been monitoring the activities of the “yahoo school” for several months. They gathered intelligence and built a case against the operators. The school was located in a residential area of Lagos. It allegedly trained young people in the art of cybercrime. This training included online fraud, identity theft, and phishing.
On the day of the raid, a team of police officers from the Cybercrime Unit stormed the premises of the “yahoo school” at dawn. Commander Orisunmibare led the team. The officers were met with resistance from the operators, who attempted to destroy evidence and flee the scene. However, the police were able to overpower them and take control of the premises.
During the raid, the police rescued a 12-year-old boy who was being trained in cybercrime. The boy was allegedly recruited from the streets. He was being forced to learn how to hack into websites. Additionally, he had to steal sensitive information. The police also rescued several other victims. These included young men and women. They were being exploited by the operators of the “yahoo school”.
The police arrested several operators of the “yahoo school”, including the alleged mastermind, who is believed to be a notorious cybercrime kingpin. The operators are currently being detained at the Lagos State Police Command headquarters, where they are being interrogated by detectives.
During the raid, the police seized several pieces of equipment and evidence, including computers, laptops, and mobile phones. The equipment is currently being analyzed by forensic experts, who are working to uncover the extent of the cybercrime activities.
The raid on the “yahoo school” has significant implications for the fight against cybercrime in Nigeria. The operation demonstrates the Lagos State Police Command’s commitment to combating online fraud. It also highlights their dedication to combating exploitation. This operation sends a strong message to cybercrime perpetrators that they will be caught and brought to justice.
The busting of the “yahoo school” in Lagos is a major victory in the fight against cybercrime. The operation highlights the importance of collaboration between law enforcement agencies and the public in combating online fraud and exploitation. As the police continue to investigate and prosecute the operators of the “yahoo school”, it is clear that the war against cybercrime is being won.