Nigerian Businessman Arrested in Switzerland Over Alleged International Drug Money Laundering Network
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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has announced the arrest of a Nigerian businessman, Amadi Simon, in Switzerland over allegations linked to an international drug trafficking and money laundering network.
According to the anti-narcotics agency, the operation was carried out in collaboration with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration and several European security agencies after moths of cross-border investigations.
In a statement released on Thursday by NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, authorities said simultaneous arrests were also made in Nigeria. Two women identified as Jecinta Amara Ikechi and Blessing Ngozi Amadi were apprehended in Anambra and Delta states respectively in connection with the case.
The agency disclosed that several luxury properties believed to be tied to the syndicate have been identified in Delta State and Abuja. Among the assets under investigation are hotels and residential apartments reportedly linked to the suspects.
NDLEA further revealed that bank accounts and cryptocurrency wallets connected to the alleged network have been frozen pending the conclusion of investigations.
Chairman of the agency, Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), described the arrests as a significant step in the fight against transnational drug crimes and illicit financial activities.
He stated that continued cooperation with international law enforcement agencies remains crucial to dismantling global drug trafficking operations and preventing Nigeria from being used as a hub for criminal financial networks.
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