Nigerian National Arrested for Fraud via Matrimonial Website in Faridabad

In a recent incident, the Faridabad Cyber Police arrested a Nigerian national for committing fraud through a matrimonial website. The accused deceived a woman into believing he was sending her gifts, only to extort money under the pretense of customs fees. After multiple payments totaling over ₹1 lakh, the victim realized she had been scammed. The police acted swiftly, apprehending the suspect in Delhi. This case highlights the growing issue of online fraud and the importance of vigilance when engaging with individuals on matrimonial platforms.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 4, 2025, 09:07 IST

Arrest of Nigerian Citizen in Matrimonial Fraud Case

A team from the Faridabad Cyber Police has apprehended a Nigerian national involved in a fraudulent scheme through a matrimonial website, according to police reports.

On Thursday, the accused was presented in a local court, which subsequently ordered him into judicial custody.

According to police, a woman filed a complaint stating that she had connected with a man through a matrimonial site who claimed his family resided in Brazil while he lived in Germany. They later began conversing on WhatsApp, during which the suspect mentioned plans to visit India with his family.

On April 9, the accused allegedly informed her that he was sending her gifts, including jewelry, US dollars, and clothing. Subsequently, on April 11, she received a call from someone claiming to be from the customs department, demanding a fee of ₹37,500.

In her complaint, the victim stated that the caller threatened that if she did not pay the amount, the goods would be held by customs.

The woman further explained, 'When I checked the tracking link provided, it showed the courier was at the Delhi Airport Customs Office. I deposited ₹37,500 into the specified bank account, but shortly after, I received another call asking for an additional ₹98,700, which I also paid, yet no courier arrived.'

The police reported that the cyber team arrested the Nigerian national on Wednesday in Mahrauli, Delhi. An officer from Faridabad Police confirmed that the suspect has been identified as Musa Ali Ikeja from Nigeria, who was residing in Mahrauli at the time of his arrest.