The Nigeria Police Force has successfully extradited Nigerian fugitive Abubakar Aboki Muhammed from the United Arab Emirates to face prosecution for a multi-million naira fraud case.

According to a statement by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer at Force Headquarters Abuja, Muhammed was brought back to Nigeria following an INTERPOL Red Notice issued by NCB Abuja after extensive investigations into allegations of obtaining money by false pretence, forgery, and money laundering.

The case originated from a complaint filed in July 2023 by an Abuja-based international businessman who was defrauded by Muhammed, who had presented himself as a legitimate shipping agent.

Investigations revealed that Muhammed fraudulently secured a contract to facilitate payments and freight of ten high-end vehicles valued at $307,500 (approximately ₦307 million at current exchange rates) from the UAE to Nigeria through designated registered shipping companies.

After gaining the victim's trust, Muhammed reportedly received full payment through a third-party account at FCMB belonging to one Anas Usaini, a Kano resident. The funds were subsequently used for money laundering activities in Dubai.

Upon receiving payment, the suspect provided the complainant with forged bills of lading for the vehicles before becoming unreachable and disappearing.

Muhammed was eventually apprehended in Dubai on April 15, 2025, and has now been extradited to Nigeria where he will face prosecution at the Federal High Court.

The Nigeria Police Force has expressed appreciation for the cooperation of the Dubai Police, INTERPOL NCB Abu Dhabi, and the Nigerian Consulate General in Dubai for their invaluable assistance in facilitating the extradition process.

This case highlights ongoing efforts by Nigerian law enforcement agencies to combat cross-border financial crimes and bring perpetrators to justice, regardless of their location.