Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Adamawa State Command, have arrested a man for allegedly swindling nine

residents of over N9 million. 

Bless Johnson, 28, is being charged with impersonation and obtaining money from the public under false pretences. 

Public Relations Officer of the state NSCDC, Nyako Baba, said in a statement that the suspect was reported to the NSCDC Divisional Office in Mubi. 

According to the PRO, “Acting on credible intelligence and coordinated efforts, officers tracked and arrested Johnson on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in Timbokum Village, Ganye Local Government Area. 

“Initial investigations indicate that the suspect defrauded at least nine individuals, extracting several millions of naira by falsely promising political appointments, job placements, and assistance with international travel.” 

The NSCDC PRO explained that the money was deposited in the suspect’s account by victims. 

“During investigation, Johnson refunded N1,120,000 to some victims,” Baba said. 
 

He explained that the suspect executed his scheme by obtaining contacts of prominent personalities and luring victims with fraudulent offers.