The Nigeria Police Force INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja, has repatriated $23,000 recovered from an international romance scam to the victim in the Cayman Islands.
The action followed a request from the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service, which sought the assistance of INTERPOL NCB Abuja in investigating a Nigerian national, Achufusi Obioma Ikenna, accused of defrauding a Cayman Islands resident through an online romance scam.
According to a statement issued on Friday by the Force spokesperson, Ag. ACP Benjamin Hundeyin conducted discreet, intelligence-led investigations, leading to the arrest of the suspect and the recovery of $23,000.
After the completion of necessary documentation and in collaboration with international partners, the recovered funds were formally handed over to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service through the British High Commission in Abuja.
The recovered funds were received by Mr. Shaun McLeary for a secure transfer to the victim.
Police said the suspect will be arraigned upon the conclusion of the investigation.
The Nigeria Police Force stated that the successful repatriation highlights its commitment to intelligence-driven policing, strong international cooperation, and the fight against transnational cybercrime.
The Force reiterated its resolve to ensure that proceeds of crime are traced, recovered, and returned to victims, while perpetrators are brought to justice in accordance with the law.
