Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested Linus Williams, a crypto billionaire popularly known as BLord.
BLord was taken into custody in Abuja on Tuesday amid allegations of cryptocurrency fraud, terrorism funding, and aiding internet fraud among other charges against his companies.
In an interview with our correspondent, Force spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi confirmed the arrest, stating that it was in response to complaints against BLord’s businesses.
“Yes, we have him with us. The FCID (NPF-NCCC) is currently investigating complaints lodged against Blord Group, Blord Real Estate Ltd, Blord Jetpaye Limited, and Billpoint Technology,” Adejobi said. “These offences include allegations of cryptocurrency fraud, aiding internet fraud, computer-related fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks.”
He assured that the police would conduct a thorough investigation. “We will do due diligence in our investigation. Our cyberspace must be safe and secure by all means. We are committed to achieving that.”
Adejobi also clarified that the petition leading to BLord’s arrest was not filed by Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan.
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