Nigeria Police Force (NPF), on Tuesday, confirmed the arrest of a Nigerian and self-acclaimed crypto billionaire, Linus Williams, over alleged fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks in the country.
The Force Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who confirmed the arrest in a post on X.com on Tuesday, noted that due diligence would be conducted during the investigation involving Williams, who is the Chief Executive Officer of the Blord Group of companies.
The post read: “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 investigations. Our cyberspace in Nigeria must be safe and secure by all means. We are committed to achieving that.”
Born on March 14, 1998, Williams is from Umuji Ebenebe, Awka North Local Government, Anambra state, but spent his early days in Delta State, Nigeria.