Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) arrested a crypto billionaire, Linus Williams, popularly known as BLord on Tuesday regarding several allegations such as terrorism financing, amongst others. This development was made known in a statement by Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Muyiwa Adejobi, stating that he was arrested because of complaints filed against his companies.
He said, “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 of cryptocurrency fraud, aiding internet fraud, computer-related fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks.
“We will do due diligence in our investigation. Our cyberspace must be safe and secure by all means. We are committed to achieving that.”
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