Crypto billionaire, Linus Williams who is popularly known as Blord has been arrested by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force. The socialite was picked up on Tuesday, July 16 (today).

The charges leveled against him include cryptocurrency fraud, terrorism funding, and aiding internet fraud among others against his companies.

Force spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi confirmed his arrest to The Punch adding that there were several complaints about his companies.

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.