The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced a remarkable achievement by its cybercrime unit, which recovered over N8 billion and $115,000 in 2024, following strategic operations against cybercriminals.
In a statement released on Tuesday, NPF spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi revealed that the unit’s efforts had led to the arrest and prosecution of 751 individuals involved in cybercrime. He emphasized that the recovered funds have been returned to the victims, reaffirming the NPF’s commitment to protecting citizens and ensuring justice for those affected by fraudulent activities.
In addition to financial recoveries, the unit also seized 685 devices used in cybercrime operations, including 467 mobile phones, 137 laptops, 46 routers, four servers, one drone, and four Starlink devices. Furthermore, the operation resulted in the confiscation of 16 houses, 39 plots of land, 14 land documents, and 26 vehicles, dismantling the infrastructure supporting cybercriminal activities.
Due to its outstanding performance, the NPF’s Cybercrime Unit was awarded the title of Best Cybercrime Unit in Africa for 2024 by the INTERPOL Cybercrime Directorate, based in Singapore. The unit secured the top position among 54 participating African countries, a recognition of its dedication and success in combating cybercrime.
Adejobi concluded by highlighting that four individuals Douglass Victor, Egbo Martins, Lucky Adesunloye, and Ndifreke Joseph Moody were apprehended for cyber-related offenses during the operations, further showcasing the unit’s commitment to safeguarding citizens in the digital space.
