The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has arraigned 113 foreign nationals before the Federal High Court in Abuja on charges of cybercrime, including computer fraud, marketing scams, money laundering, and unauthorized data access.
According to a statement issued on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the suspects were apprehended on November 3, 2024, in Jahi, a suburb of the Federal Capital Territory. The arrests were the result of a coordinated operation conducted by the National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) in collaboration with Zone 7 Command.
During the operation, law enforcement officers seized an array of advanced digital devices suspected to be instrumental in the syndicate’s activities. Among the confiscated items were laptops, smartphones, tablets, routers, central processing units, high-capacity servers, drones, multiple SIM cards, gaming consoles, international passports, and other travel documents. Authorities also impounded a Black Toyota Tundra vehicle and a Harman/Kardon sound system.
The statement emphasized that these assets were believed to have been used in unauthorized data breaches, online scams, and other illicit cyber operations. The scale and sophistication of the operation underscore the increasing threat posed by cross-border cybercriminal networks.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology in safeguarding Nigerian citizens from both physical and digital threats. He assured that the police are equipped and determined to tackle cybercrime across the country.
In addition to cybercrime charges, the suspects are also accused of immigration violations and involvement in human trafficking networks.
The NPF-NCCC has formally arraigned the suspects on multiple charges, including conspiracy, illegal immigration, and human trafficking. The police have also pledged to strengthen cooperation with international law enforcement agencies and embassies to combat transnational cybercrime effectively.
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