Police Arrest 130 Suspects, Including 113 Foreign Nationals, Over Cybercrimes in Abuja

The Nigerian police have apprehended 130 individuals, including 113 foreign nationals and 17 Nigerians, for alleged involvement in cybercrimes and hacking activities that pose threats to national security.

This was disclosed by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, in a statement released on Sunday in Abuja.

According to Adejobi, the arrested foreign nationals include 87 males and 26 females of Chinese and Malaysian origin, while the Nigerian suspects consist of four males and 13 females.

The operation, which led to their arrest, was carried out on Saturday through a coordinated raid at a building in the ‘Next Cash’ and Carry area of Jahi, Abuja.

The raid, spearheaded by Assistant Inspector-General of Police Benneth Igweh of Zone 7, involved officers from the Zone 7 Command, Abuja, and the National Cyber Crime Centre (NPF-NCCC).

The suspects were found using computers and other sophisticated equipment to facilitate cyber-related criminal activities.

“We are investigating the matter and scientifically analysing the exhibits recovered,” Adejobi said. He added that the suspects would be charged to court once investigations are completed.