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Nigeria Police Returns $23K to Romance Scam Victim

2/6/2026

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The Nigeria Police Force returned $23,000 to a victim of an international romance scam in the Cayman Islands.
INTERPOL National Central Bureau Abuja investigated Nigerian suspect Achufusi Obioma Ikenna, who allegedly defrauded the victim.
Funds were handed over to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service via British High Commission in Abuja.
Authorities said the suspect will face charges after investigations, underscoring Nigeria's commitment to combating transnational cybercrime and international cooperation.

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The Nigeria Police Force returned $23,000 to a victim of an international romance scam in the Cayman Islands.
INTERPOL National Central Bureau Abuja investigated Nigerian suspect Achufusi Obioma Ikenna, who allegedly defrauded the victim.
Funds were handed over to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service via British High Commission in Abuja.
Authorities said the suspect will face charges after investigations, underscoring Nigeria's commitment to combating transnational cybercrime and international cooperation.