The Nigeria Police Force has conducted a major operation resulting in the arrest of 130 individuals, including 113 foreign nationals and 17 Nigerians, suspected of involvement in cybercrime, hacking, and activities threatening national security. The suspects, primarily of Chinese and Malaysian origin, were apprehended in a coordinated raid on a building in the Next Cash and Carry area of Jahi, Abuja, where they were allegedly using sophisticated technology to carry out criminal activities.

The operation was led by Assistant Inspector-General of Police Benneth Igweh of the Zone 7 Command in Abuja and included officers from both the Nigeria Police Force Zone 7 and the National Cyber Crime Centre (NPF-NCCC). According to police reports, the raid targeted a group operating advanced computer systems and equipment to facilitate high-level cybercrimes.

Inspector-General of Police Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun ordered a thorough investigation into the suspects’ potential links to larger security threats and criminal networks. The police are conducting forensic analysis on the devices and other evidence seized during the operation. Following the investigation, the suspects will face charges in court.

The police assured the public that updates on the investigation’s progress will be provided in due course.