About 130 foreigners have been arrested by the Nigeria Police Force, NPF, for alleged high-level cybercrimes, hacking, and activities relating to national security. The foreign nationals primarily of Chinese and Malaysian origin comprising 87 males and 26 females were arrested in the Jahi area of Abuja.
A statement by the Force spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Sunday, said 17 others were identified as Nigerians. The statement reads partly: “This strategic operation was conducted through a coordinated raid on a building at the Next Cash and Carry area of Jahi, Abuja, where the suspects were reportedly using computers and other sophisticated devices to facilitate criminal activities.
“The operation which was led by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police for Zone 7 Headquarters, Abuja, AIG Benneth Igweh, on Saturday, 3rd November 2024, comprised officers of the Nigeria Police Force Zone 7 Command Abuja and the National Cyber Crime Centre, NPF-NCCC. “We are investigating the matter and scientifically analysing the exhibits recovered from them. The suspects will be charged in court upon the conclusion of our investigations.
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