Nigerian National Arrested In India For Allegedly Defrauding Businesswoman Of N6.5Million In ‘Fake UK Deal’
The accused, identified as Odulfus Uche Onuma, is a resident of Kharghar in Navi Mumbai, according to The Times of India.
ANigerian national has been arrested for allegedly duping a businesswoman of Rs 3.5 lakh (N6,564,347) under the pretence of offering her a lucrative opportunity in the chemical business in the United Kingdom, police said on Thursday.
The accused, identified as Odulfus Uche Onuma, is a resident of Kharghar in Navi Mumbai, according to The Times of India.
According to police officials, the victim, who operates a chemical business, received an email on January 26 detailing a supposed business opportunity in the UK.
Trusting the contents of the email, the woman transferred Rs 3.05 lakh to a bank account provided by the sender.
However, after making the payment, her attempts to reach the alleged company went unanswered, raising suspicions and prompting her to approach the authorities.
Following an investigation, Onuma was traced and taken into custody.
Police have warned the public to remain cautious about unsolicited business proposals, particularly those received via email.
