The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre, NPF-NCCC, has uncovered suspected cybercrime operations involving alleged financial diversion, stolen-phone banking fraud and identity theft, with investigations spanning multiple cases.
According to NPF-NCCC, one investigation involves alleged N6.174bn financial diversion. Police said 761 successful payments were traced to 105 beneficiaries across 19 banks, while two suspects have been arrested and efforts ongoing to locate another.
In separate investigation in Abuja, police said stolen mobile phones were allegedly used to gain unauthorised access to victims’ bank accounts, allowing funds to be withdrawn and transferred.
The centre also disclosed investigation into disappearance of 222 iPhones and 15 smartwatches valued at about $144,440. Five suspects were reportedly arrested, while six suspected stolen devices were recovered.
The cybercrime centre urged public to remain vigilant when using digital platforms and warned against cyberbullying, cyberstalking, criminal defamation and publication of false information.
It said investigations into various cases are continuing.
