ABUJA – Abubakar Aboki Muhammed, a Nigerian national, has been extradited from the United Arab Emirates. He faces serious allegations over a $307,500 international auto fraud. The Nigeria Police Force confirmed this significant development. An INTERPOL Red Notice led to the action involving the Nigerian extradited from UAE.
Force PRO Olumuyiwa Adejobi provided a statement. It outlined the case against Muhammed. Charges include obtaining money by false pretense, forgery, and money laundering. “Investigations showed Muhammed presented false information to the victim. He secured a contract to manage payments and shipping for ten expensive vehicles. These vehicles were valued at $307,500.00. They were supposed to move from the UAE to Nigeria,” the police detailed. The Abubakar Muhammed arrest now leads to a trial.
How the Alleged International Auto Fraud Unfolded
The alarm was first raised in July 2023. An Abuja-based international businessman reported the crime. He accused Muhammed of falsely claiming to be a shipping agent. Muhammed then received the full $307,500 payment. This money passed through a third-party FCMB bank account in Kano, held by Anas Usaini. Authorities say Muhammed then laundered these funds in Dubai.
“He gave the businessman a forged bill of lading. After that, he disappeared and could not be reached,” the police statement explained. This deception was central to the international auto fraud. Muhammed’s run ended in Dubai. He was arrested there on April 15, 2025. His extradition to Nigeria occurred on May 23. He will now stand trial at the Federal High Court.
Global Teamwork Leads to Extradition of Nigerian
The Nigeria Police expressed thanks for crucial international help. The Dubai Police, INTERPOL Abu Dhabi, and the Nigerian Consulate in Dubai worked together. Their combined efforts were key to bringing the Nigerian extradited from UAE to face justice.
“This extradition is a major success. It shows progress in the constant fight against worldwide financial crime,” the police statement declared. The Force also highlighted its firm stance against cross-border criminal groups. This was shown by another recent arrest. Two other suspects, Canadian Robert Harms and Nigerian Okeke Ogechi Njaka, face charges. Their alleged cyber and investment fraud involved over $210,000 and N452 million. The outcome of the Abubakar Muhammed arrest underscores this continued vigilance.
By Kayode Ojo
