American Investigator Raises Alarm Over ‘Yahoo Plus’ Ritual Practices Among Some Nigerian Cybercrime Syndicates
American Investigator Raises Alarm Over ‘Yahoo Plus’ Ritual Practices Among Some Nigerian Cybercrime Syndicates LAGOS, Nigeria — An American investigator who has spent years tracking cybercrime syndicates operating in Nigeria has drawn renewed attention to the phenomenon popularly known as "Yahoo Plus," alleging that some internet fraudsters have incorporated ritualistic and spiritual practices into their criminal activities. The investigator, who has studied online fraud networks and collaborated with law enforcement agencies on cybercrime investigations, said the practice has become a concerning aspect of certain fraud syndicates, particularly in Lagos and other major urban centres. According to him, some fraudsters believe that ritual practices can increase their chances of manipulating victims, securing financial gains, or avoiding arrest. The term "Yahoo Yahoo" is widely used in Nigeria to describe internet fraud involving scams such as phishing, ro...