Yahoo Yahoo: Naira Marley, Zlatan Ibile Still Undergoing ‘Intense Grilling’ In EFCC Custody Over Fraud Allegations
Nigerian musicians, Naira Marley and Zlatan Ibile who were picked up yesterday are reportedly yet to be released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC).
Contrary to rumours that they have been released, a top source from the anti-graft agency confirmed to Sahara Reporters that the pair and three others are still being detained and are currently undergoing ‘intense grilling’ for their connection to advance fee fraud popularly known as ‘yahoo yahoo’.
In a statement released yesterday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Lagos Zonal office, arrested the two artistes, Afeez Fashola (aka Naira Marley) and Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael (aka Zlatan), in connection with alleged case of internet fraud and money laundering. Intelligence report had also linked them to cybercrime offences.
#PressRelease The EFCC Lagos Zonal Office, arrested two fast-rising Nigerian musicians – Afeez Fashola (aka Naira Marley) & Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael (aka Zlatan) in connection with alleged case of internet fraud & money laundering.
— EFCC Nigeria (@officialEFCC) May 10, 2019
At the point of arrest, the Commission found and recovered a number of items, including laptops, from the suspects.
They have so far volunteered useful information about their involvement in the alleged criminal activities, even as investigations continue.
— EFCC Nigeria (@officialEFCC) May 10, 2019
They were arrested along with: Tiamiu Abdulrahman Kayode, Adewunmi Adeyanju Moses and Abubakar Musa.
At the point of arrest, the Commission found and recovered a number of items, including laptops, from the suspects. They have so far reportedly volunteered useful information about their involvement in the alleged criminal activities, even as investigations continue.
