Big Catch! INTERPOL Nigeria Arrests Two High-Profile Fraud Suspects – One for $210K Scam, Another for Cyberbullying & N452 Million Medical Fraud

 

The Nigeria Police Force, through its INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) based in Abuja, has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against cybercrime and financial fraud. In a major operation, two high-profile suspects were arrested in connection with different cases of serious crimes, including cyberbullying, cyber fraud, and a multi-thousand-dollar investment scam.

In a statement released to the public on Monday, May 13, 2025, the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, gave a full update on the two separate investigations. According to him, these arrests followed intense investigations, intelligence gathering, and international cooperation with relevant agencies. The suspects are currently in custody and will be facing criminal charges in court.

The $210,000 Investment Scam – Canadian Man Arrested at Abuja Airport

The first suspect, Robert Harms, a Canadian citizen, was arrested for defrauding a Nigerian company named Tepison Enterprises, located in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. This case began when the company filed a formal petition to the police, claiming they were tricked into investing in a fake project.

According to ACP Adejobi:

‘’The investigation was initiated following a formal petition by the company. The complainant alleged that Harms, introduced through a Polaris Bank account officer in June 2023, fraudulently induced them to invest in a fictitious Waste-to-Energy Project in Canada. Under this pretence, Tepison Enterprises transferred $210,000 to secure a fabricated "capital project bond," with promises of a $30,000 return within four weeks, returns which never materialised.’’

Further investigation by INTERPOL NCB Abuja revealed shocking details about the elaborate scam. Harms went as far as forging a Project Bridge Loan Agreement to make the deal appear legitimate. After the money was transferred, it was quickly moved to an account in Dubai through a Bureau de Change operator known as Allah Mai Girma, based in Abuja.

Even more damning was the fact that Harms falsely claimed to be working with VDQ-NRG Systems Limited, a company based in Canada. However, the real CEO of the company, when contacted by investigators, denied ever knowing or working with Harms.

“Investigations revealed that Harms fabricated a fraudulent Project Bridge Loan Agreement and orchestrated the transfer of funds to an account in Dubai through Allah Mai Girma Bureau de Change in Abuja. Further inquiries confirmed that Harms had no legitimate affiliation with VDQ-NRG Systems Limited, the Canadian company he falsely claimed to represent, the CEO of VDQ-NRG Systems Limited when contacted denied any knowledge of or association with Harms.”

Harms’ luck ran out on February 7, 2025, when he was arrested by INTERPOL operatives at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, just as he was about to flee the country and return to Canada.

During interrogation, Harms admitted that he received the funds and breached the terms of the investment agreement. As a result, he was formally charged with criminal offenses. The Federal High Court in Uyo received the case on April 22, 2025, and Harms was arraigned on May 9, 2025. He is currently being held in Uyo Custodial Centre, and the case has been adjourned to May 20, 2025.

“Harms was apprehended by INTERPOL operatives on February 7, 2025, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, while attempting to flee to Canada. Harms admitted to receiving the funds and violating the investment agreement. Formal criminal charges were filed at the Federal High Court, Uyo, on April 22, 2025. Harms was arraigned on May 9, 2025, and remanded at the Uyo Custodial Centre. The case has been adjourned to May 20, 2025.”

Second Arrest: Woman Nabbed for Cyberbullying, Fraud & N452 Million Scam

In a totally separate case, INTERPOL NCB Abuja also re-arrested another suspect, Ms. Okeke Ogechi Njaka, who has been on the run for several years. She is wanted for a long list of cybercrime-related offences including cyberbullying, cyberstalking, obtaining money under false pretences, cheating, and criminal breach of trust.

According to Adejobi, the case against Njaka began back in September 2020, when a victim named Hajia Maryam Shehu, through her legal representatives M.I. Tsav & Co., filed a complaint in Abuja.

‘’The case against Njaka was initiated in September 2020, following a report filed by Hajia Maryam Shehu, represented by M.I. Tsav & Co. Legal Practitioners & Notaries Public, Abuja. Investigations revealed Njaka's active involvement in cyberstalking and cyberbullying through multiple social media platforms, where she maliciously distributed nude photos and videos of her victims.’’

The situation was so serious that Njaka was declared wanted in a Special Police Gazette Bulletin back in 2021. She was eventually arrested on January 4, 2025, in Anambra State, but shockingly, she jumped administrative bail and went into hiding again.

After months of surveillance and intelligence efforts, the long arm of the law finally caught up with her. Njaka was re-arrested on May 8, 2025, from her hideout in Abuja. She is now set to appear before the Federal High Court on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

“Njaka was declared wanted via a Special Police Gazette Bulletin issued in 2021. She was initially arrested in Anambra State on January 4, 2025, but subsequently absconded after jumping administrative bail. Persistent intelligence-led efforts led to her re-arrest on May 8, 2025, in her hideout in Abuja. Njaka will be arraigned before the Federal High Court on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.”

But that’s not all—Njaka’s non-governmental organisation (NGO), Ogechi Helping Hands Foundation, is also under fire. Along with Emeka Ezeogbo and the Tolotolo Family Foundation, they are facing prosecution for allegedly stealing a whopping ₦452,821,982 in a fake medical assistance scam. The case is being handled by the Federal High Court Abuja.

“Adejobi further added that Njaka's non-governmental organisation, Ogechi Helping Hands Foundation, is also facing prosecution for allegedly obtaining N452,821,982 in a medical assistance scam before the Federal High Court Abuja, along with Emeka Ezeogbo and Tolotolo Family Foundation.”

Conclusion

These two arrests show the seriousness with which the Nigeria Police Force, especially INTERPOL NCB Abuja, is fighting cybercrime and fraud in the country. With increasing reports of scams and digital crimes, the public is advised to be vigilant and to report any suspicious activities to law enforcement authorities.

NaijaRush will keep following these cases closely and bring you updates as they unfold.

Stay safe, stay informed.