By Gbemiga Olamikan.
The Nigeria Police Force, National Cybercrime Center (NPF-NCCC) has made a significant breakthrough following the apprehension of one Muhammed Zenabdin “M” for criminal conspiracy and possession of suspected counterfeit currency amounting to one hundred thousand United States Dollars ($100,000.00).
This was as a result of credible intelligence which led operatives of the NPF-NCCC conducted a raid on a suspected cybercrime hideout located in Garki II, FCT.
Other members of the criminal gang escaped but operatives successfully apprehended Muhammed Zenabdin. Search warrant revealed compelling evidence as One Hundred Thousand United States Dollars in one-hundred-dollar bills believed to be counterfeits, along with sophisticated counterfeit detection equipment, international passports, mobile phones, and a luxury vehicle.
This was contained in a statement signed by Force Public Relation Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi. He said the suspect has provided indicting confessional statements and also offered valuable information to aid in the apprehension of other members of the gang. He disclosed that “upon the conclusion of the investigation, the suspect(s) will face arraignment in court”.
Adejobi noted that Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun commended the Director of the NCCC, CP Uche Ifeanyi Henry, and his team for their diligent efforts in combating cybercrime. He assured the public of their safety, issued a stern warning to all cybercrime threat actors, urging them to cease their illicit activities or face severe legal consequences.
