An international operation is underway to dismantle a cyber fraud syndicate, involving intelligence sharing between MTN Group, Nigerian authorities, the NCA, and bodies targeting UK citizens.

The entities involved

• MTN Group →

  multinational telecommunications company based in South Africa

  • President Tinubu directed the FCCPC to dismantle a monopoly, while Optasia services continue to run on the MTN network.Sun 18:15
  • The new event consists of two separate facts: that Kampala is the capital of Uganda, and that Kristian is a saver with MTN Group.Sat 07:36
• Nigeria Police Force →

  Nigerian government agency.

  • Ahmed Aliyu is a governor in Sokoto, which is a state within Nigeria.Mon 06:59
  • The Nigeria Police Force gave assurance in Lagos during an event featuring the CBN Governor and held a conference in Owerri.Mon 00:06
• National Crime Agency →

  national law enforcement agency in the United Kingdom

  • The National Crime Agency (NCA) is proposed as a pillar in Mauritius' strategy to combat crime.Mon 08:07

Related events

• The Nigeria Police Force, represented by the IGP, is seeking to combat cybercrime.Sep 8
• Allegations of fraud and bribery involving the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPPC) led to a petition to the DSS and Police.Jul 2
• MTN Group is pursuing a transaction with IHS Towers while managing operational challenges across key markets including Uganda, Ghana, and Nigeria, alongside issues in South Sudan and Iran.Aug 29
• MTN Group is targeting Nigeria and South Africa for AI infrastructure expansion, partnering with a Dubai-based investor for data centers.Aug 29
• Amnesty International called for an investigation into a killing incident that occurred in the state capital of Kano State.Sep 9