The Nigeria Police Force has arraigned three men before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged criminal conspiracy, criminal breach of trust and obtaining money by false pretences involving $100,000.
The suspects, identified as George Ali, Anthony Ali and Simon Ali, were brought before the court following an investigation by operatives of the INTERPOL National Central Bureau, Abuja.
According to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the complainant allegedly transferred the money to the suspects in 2009 for the purchase and shipment of auto spare parts from the United States.
The police alleged that the agreed transaction was not executed, while the funds were subsequently diverted by the suspects.
The suspects were arraigned before the Federal High Court, Court 6, Maitama, Abuja, on allegations of financial crime.
The statement read in part, “Preliminary investigation revealed that the complainant allegedly transferred USD 100,000 to the suspects in 2009 for the purchase and shipment of auto spare parts from the United States of America.”
It added, “It was further alleged that the transaction was not carried out as agreed and that the funds were subsequently diverted.”
The police said the arraignment was a result of investigations conducted by the INTERPOL NCB, Abuja, into the alleged financial crime.
The case was adjourned until December 3, 2026, for further hearing.
The Force also reiterated its commitment to investigating financial crimes and ensuring that suspects are brought before the appropriate judicial authorities in accordance with the law.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to the diligent investigation of financial crimes and other offences, while ensuring that suspects are brought before the appropriate judicial authorities in accordance with the law,” the statement said.
