Police operatives in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja have arrested Chinese, Malaysians nationals and Nigerians for alleged high-level cybercrimes, hacking, and activities against the national security.
This was contained in a statement by the Force spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, yesterday.
The statement indicated that the foreign nationals who are mainly Chinese consist of 87 males and 26 females.
It added that 17 others suspects arrested were identified as Nigerians.
“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, November 3, 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”, the statement read.
