Abuja, Nigeria,May 6, 2026
The Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja, has arrested and repatriated a Chinese fugitive, Xu Qing, to the People’s Republic of China over allegations of large-scale financial fraud involving a Ponzi scheme estimated at over $245 million.
According to the Force Public Relations Office, the suspect was declared wanted by Chinese authorities in Beijing for allegedly illegally mobilising public deposits through a fraudulent investment scheme.
Investigations revealed that Xu Qing fled China to Nigeria on November 5, 2024, in an attempt to evade arrest, after a warrant was issued against him on November 12, 2025 by the Shinan Sub-Bureau of Qingdao Public Security.
Acting on intelligence-led operations, operatives of INTERPOL NCB Abuja tracked and arrested the suspect at a factory in Olowotedo, Siun Village, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State on April 24, 2026.
He was subsequently repatriated to China on April 28, 2026 through bilateral police cooperation arrangements to face prosecution.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to strengthening international collaboration in tackling transnational organised crime.
He also urged employers and business entities in Nigeria to conduct proper due diligence and background checks before engaging foreign nationals.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Anthony Okon Placid, reiterated that the Force remains committed to ensuring that Nigeria does not serve as a safe haven for fugitives and international criminals.
