- The Nigerian Police Force’s National Cybercrime Center confirmed the arrest of Linus Williams (Blord) on allegations of cryptocurrency fraud, internet fraud, and terrorism funding.
- The investigation, conducted by the FCID, encompasses various companies linked to Blord.
The Nigerian Police Force’s National Cybercrime Center (NPF-NCCC) has finally confirmed the arrest of Linus Williams, also known as Blord, the CEO of Blord Group of Companies, on allegations of cryptocurrency fraud, internet fraud, computer-related fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks.
The arrest was confirmed by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in an official statement on his X page.
The investigation, conducted by the FCID (NPF-NCCC), is ongoing and encompasses various companies linked to Blord, including Blord Real Estate Ltd, Blord Jetpaye Limited, and Billpoint Technology.
The statement read:
“ALLEGED FRAUD, VIOLATION OF CBN ACT, POLICE INTERROGATES CEO BLORD GROUP OF COMPANIES, LINUS WILLIAMS
The FCID (NPF-NCCC) is currently investigating complaints lodged against BLORD GROUP, BLORD REAL ESTATE LTD, BLORD JETPAYE LIMITED, and BILLPOINT TECHNOLOGY. These offences include allegations bothering on cryptocurrency fraud, aiding internet fraud, computer-related fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks.
We will do due diligence in our investigations. Our cyber space in Nigeria must be safe and secured by all means. We are committed to achieving that.
ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
16th July, 2024.”
See the post below:
ALLEGED FRAUD, VIOLATION OF CBN ACT, POLICE INTERROGATES CEO BLORD GROUP OF COMPANIES, LINUS WILLIAMS
The FCID (NPF-NCCC) is currently investigating complaints lodged against BLORD GROUP, BLORD REAL ESTATE LTD, BLORD JETPAYE LIMITED, and BILLPOINT TECHNOLOGY. These offences… pic.twitter.com/u5GH0cano5
— Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi (@Princemoye1) July 16, 2024
Recall that famous activist, VeryDarkMan spoke regarding the alleged arrest of billionaire businessman, Blord by the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Abuja.
VeryDarkMan claimed responsibility for Blord’s arrest, citing complaints about financial losses on Blord’s platform.
Taking to social media, VeryDarkMan posted a video announcing Blord’s detention by the FCID, challenging those with influence not to resort to shouting, as he indicated his readiness to expose more people involved in illicit business.
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