The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says operatives of the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) are interrogating Linus Williams, CEO of Blord group of companies.
In a statement on Tuesday, Muyiwa Adejobi, the force spokesperson, said the crypto trader was arrested on allegations concerning cryptocurrency fraud among others.
“The FCID (NPF-NCCC) is currently investigating complaints lodged against BLORD GROUP, BLORD REAL ESTATE LTD, BLORD JETPAYE LIMITED, and BILLPOINT TECHNOLOGY,” the statement reads.
“These offences include allegations bothering on cryptocurrency fraud, aiding internet fraud, computer-related fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks.
“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.”
In his LinkedIn profile, he described himself as the chief executive officer of Blord group of companies, with the track record in transforming business landscapes through comprehensive strategies enables me to effectively address market needs and drive sustainable growth.
Williams wrote that he is responsible for managing the company’s finances, including budgeting and financial planning, and also leads efforts to secure funding and investments to drive business groups.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says operatives of the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) are interrogating Linus Williams, CEO of Blord group of companies.
In a statement on Tuesday, Muyiwa Adejobi, the force spokesperson, said the crypto trader was arrested on allegations concerning cryptocurrency fraud among others.
“The FCID (NPF-NCCC) is currently investigating complaints lodged against BLORD GROUP, BLORD REAL ESTATE LTD, BLORD JETPAYE LIMITED, and BILLPOINT TECHNOLOGY,” the statement reads.
“These offences include allegations bothering on cryptocurrency fraud, aiding internet fraud, computer-related fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks.
