The Borno State Police Command has arrested two suspects linked to the fraudulent withdrawal of ₦39.2 million from a customer’s bank account in Maiduguri.
The command recovered ₦10.08 million from the suspects during investigations, according to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, Nahum Daso, on Monday.
The case was reported on April 17, 2026, after unknown persons gained unauthorised access to the victim’s account in the Bolori area and withdrew ₦39,208,000.
“The case followed a complaint received on 17 April 2026, at about 1:00 p.m., unknown individuals unlawfully gained access to the complainant’s bank account and fraudulently withdrew the sum of ₦39,208,000,” the statement read.
Operatives of the Command’s Crack Squad used intelligence-led policing and digital forensics to arrest Ibrahim Alhaji Gaji, 23, and Umar Mohammed (also known as Baba Alhaji), 39, on June 27, 2026.
“During the operation, the sum of ₦10,080,000 was recovered from the suspects,” police said.
Efforts are ongoing to recover the balance and arrest other accomplices. The suspects will be charged to court after investigations are concluded.
The Commissioner of Police, Naziru Abdulmajid, reaffirmed the command’s resolve to tackle cybercrime and financial fraud. He advised the public to protect their banking details and report suspicious transactions promptly.
