Indian Police Arrest Two Nigerians for Impersonation and Fraud Scheme
The Cybercrime Unit in Gurgaon, India, arrested two Nigerian nationals, Ojo Uyiosa and Jame, for impersonating directors of Indian companies on WhatsApp. The suspects, who entered India on different visas, allegedly posed as company directors to pressure employees into making urgent financial transfers.
They managed to fraudulently transfer 10 lakh rupees (approximately N15 million) to a bank account linked to their scheme. The suspects were found with multiple SIM cards and phones used in the fraud.
This incident is part of a surge in arrests of Nigerians involved in cyber-related crimes in countries like Ghana and South Africa, raising concerns among the Nigerian diaspora and authorities.
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