INTERPOL and AFRIPOL Arrest 11 Suspected Terrorists in Nigeria, Uncover Cryptocurrency Scam
INTERPOL and AFRIPOL conducted a successful operation in Nigeria resulting in the arrest of 11 suspected terrorists, including a senior member of an extremist group. The operation, codenamed "Operation Catalyst," took place from July to September 2025 across Nigeria and five other African countries.
In total, 83 arrests were made, with 160 individuals of interest identified in connection to terror financing, cyber-enabled fraud, and money laundering. The operation also uncovered a cryptocurrency-based Ponzi scheme that defrauded victims in multiple countries, including Nigeria, Cameroon, and Kenya.
The suspects are accused of running a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam that laundered millions of dollars through various addresses. The arrest and investigation have dismantled the fraudulent scheme and disrupted potential terror financing activities.
INTERPOL Secretary-General and AFRIPOL's Executive Director commended the operation as a significant breakthrough in combating global terrorism financing.
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