Police Arrest 130 International Nationals, Nigerians For Hacking

The Nigeria Police Drive (NPF) has arrested 130 suspects comprising 113 overseas nationals (87 males and 26 females), primarily of Chinese language and Malaysian origin, and their 17 Nigerian collaborators (4 males and 13 females) for his or her alleged involvement in high-level cybercrimes, hacking, and actions that threaten nationwide safety.

The Drive PRO, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, mentioned in an announcement, “This strategic operation was carried out by means of a coordinated raid on a constructing on the Subsequent Money and Carry space of Jahi, Abuja, the place the suspects have been reportedly utilizing computer systems and different refined gadgets to facilitate legal actions.”

The operation, 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 Drive Zone 7 Command Abuja and the Nationwide Cyber Crime Centre (NPF-NCCC).

The police added, “We’re investigating the matter and scientifically analysing the displays recovered from them. Upon the conclusion of our investigations, the suspects will probably be charged in courtroom.

“We are going to replace the general public on the outcomes of our investigations as and when due.”