Crypto billionaire Blord arrested for alleged links to fraud, suspected terrorism

Police operatives in Nigeria have apprehended Linus Williams, widely known as BLord, a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency space.

The arrest, which was carried out in Abuja on Tuesday, comes amidst serious allegations including cryptocurrency fraud, terrorism funding, and facilitating internet fraud through his companies.

Speaking in an interview with our correspondent, the Force spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, said he was arrested due to complaints against his companies.

He promised that the police would thoroughly investigate the matter.

Adejobi said, “Yes, we have him with us. The FCID (NPF-NCCC) is currently investigating complaints lodged against Blord Group, Blord Real Estate Ltd, Blord Jetpaye Limited, and Billpoint Technology.

“These offences include allegations of cryptocurrency fraud, aiding internet fraud, computer-related fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks.

“We will do due diligence in our investigation. Our cyberspace must be safe and secure by all means. We are committed to achieving that.”

He denied that the petition that led to Blord’s arrest was following a petition from, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan.