The Nigerian Police Force have arrested popular crypto billionaire, Linus Williams, commonly known as BLord.
Williams was arrested following allegations of cryptocurrency fraud, terrorism funding, and aiding internet fraud among others against his firms.
This was confirmed by the Force spokesperson, olumuyiwa Adejobi, via a press statement he released on Tuesday.
He said, “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.
“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.”
We will do due diligence in our investigations. Our cyber space in Nigeria must be safe and secured by all means. We are committed to achieving that,” he added.
He also debunked claims that VeryDarkMan, petition was the reason for Blord’s arrest.
