In a statement released by the Nigerian Police Force, Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Sunday, the Force has arrested 130 suspects comprising 113 foreign nationals (87 males and 26 females), primarily of Chinese and Malaysian origin, and their 17 Nigerian collaborators (4 males and 13 females) for their alleged involvement in high-level cybercrimes, hacking, and activities that threaten national security.
ACP Adejobi said the scenario that led to the arrest of the suspects was strategic and was conducted through a coordinated raid on a building at the Next Cash and Carry area of Jahi, Abuja.
The statement noted that it was inside the aforementioned building that the suspects were reportedly using computers and other sophisticated devices to facilitate criminal activities.
The statement partly read: “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 to court upon conclusion of our investigations.
“We will update the public on the outcomes of our investigations as and when due.”
