The Nigeria Police Force has arraigned Abubakar Mohammed Aboki, a Nigerian citizen extradited from the United Arab Emirates, over his alleged involvement in a transnational fraud case totaling $307,500. He appeared before the Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, facing a six-count charge that includes criminal breach of trust, obtaining money by false pretence, forgery, and money laundering.
According to police authorities, Aboki was extradited on May 23, 2025, following an international investigation into a high-value scam involving a foreign luxury car dealer. The suspect allegedly posed as a shipping facilitator and received payment for the delivery of premium vehicles from Dubai to Nigeria. However, findings revealed that the funds were diverted for personal use and accompanied by a forged bill of lading presented to mislead the victim.
The court has ordered Aboki’s remand at the Nigeria Correctional Service facility in Keffi, Nasarawa State, pending the hearing of his bail application set for July 17, 2025.
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to combating cross-border financial crimes. He emphasized the importance of international cooperation and vowed that the police will continue to pursue justice, ensuring that criminal activities—especially those involving fraud and cybercrime—are thoroughly investigated and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
