Nigerian Fugitive Extradited from UAE Over $307,500 Fraud Scam

INTERPOL has extradited Nigerian fugitive Abubakar Aboki Muhammed from the UAE following his alleged involvement in a $307,500 fraud scheme. He reportedly deceived a businessman by posing as a shipping agent to facilitate the shipment of luxury vehicles. Muhammed was arrested in April 2025 and is facing prosecution in Nigeria at the Federal High Court.

In a significant move against financial fraud, INTERPOL has successfully extradited Abubakar Aboki Muhammed, a Nigerian fugitive, from the United Arab Emirates. The transfer was facilitated by the Nigeria Police Force through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau in Abuja. This action follows an INTERPOL Red Notice issued in connection with Muhammed’s alleged involvement in a scam involving approximately $307,500.

According to a statement from Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Muhammed is accused of obtaining money through deception, in addition to charges of forgery and money laundering. This case first came to light in July 2023 after a businessman from Abuja reported being defrauded by Muhammed, who posed as a shipping agent.

The investigation revealed that the suspect had misled the victim into securing a contract that entailed facilitating the payment and transport of ten luxury vehicles, amounting to $307,500, from the UAE to Nigeria. As trust was established, Muhammed allegedly diverted the full payment through a third-party account registered with FCMB, which belonged to a resident of Kano named Anas Usaini, funneling the funds into money laundering operations in Dubai.

After receiving the payment, authorities stated that Muhammed provided the victim with a forgeries, specifically a fake bill of lading for the cars. Subsequently, he cut off all communication with the complainant. He was arrested in Dubai on April 15, 2025, and has now been returned to Nigeria, where he will be prosecuted at the Federal High Court. This extradition underscores the ongoing efforts to combat transnational financial crimes effectively.

The extradition of Abubakar Aboki Muhammed from the UAE signifies a notable achievement in combating international financial fraud. It reflects the commitment of Nigerian authorities, in collaboration with INTERPOL, to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions. As the case progresses, it serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance in transactions involving high-value goods.

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