- Exhibits recovered were being examined and the suspects would be arraigned upon conclusion of investigation.
The Nigerian police force says it has apprehended about 130 foreigners for various criminal activities in Jahi area of Abuja.
The foreign nationals who are majorly Chinese and Malaysian consist of 87 males and 26 females.
According to the police, the suspects were arrested for alleged high-level cybercrimes, hacking, and activities against the national security.
A statement by the Force spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Sunday, said 17 others arrested were identified as Nigerians.
According to Muyiwa, exhibits recovered were being examined and the suspects would be arraigned upon conclusion of investigation.
The statement reads partly: “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, 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.”
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