Immigration Arrests 90 Foreigners For Cybercrimes In Rivers
The arrests were made in a joint operation by the NIS and other security agencies, following intelligence reports on the activities of the foreigners.
According to a statement by the NIS, the arrested individuals are from various countries, including Asia and Europe. They are accused of being involved in various forms of cybercrime, including online scams, identity theft, and hacking.
The Comptroller of Immigration in Rivers State, Mr. Adebowale Adekunle, confirmed the arrests, stating that the operation was part of the NIS's efforts to combat cybercrime in the country.
"We have been monitoring the activities of these foreigners for some time now, and we have evidence that they are involved in various forms of cybercrime," Mr. Adekunle said.
He added that the arrested individuals would be charged to court and prosecuted accordingly.
The arrest of the 90 foreigners has been hailed as a major breakthrough in the fight against cybercrime in Nigeria. Cybercrime has become a major concern in the country, with many Nigerians falling victim to online scams and other forms of cybercrime.
The Nigerian government has been taking steps to combat cybercrime, including the establishment of a cybercrime unit in the Nigeria Police Force.
The arrest of the 90 foreigners is a clear indication that the government is serious about tackling cybercrime and protecting Nigerians from online threats.
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