The Nigeria Police Force has arrested and repatriated a Chinese fugitive, Xu Qing, to the People’s Republic of China over his alleged involvement in a $245 million Ponzi scheme.
The operation was carried out through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau Abuja following a formal request from Chinese authorities, who declared the suspect wanted in Beijing for large-scale financial fraud involving illegal absorption of public deposits.
Investigations revealed that the suspect fled China on November 5, 2024, in a bid to evade arrest. A warrant was subsequently issued against him on November 12, 2025, by the Shinan Sub-Bureau of Qingdao Public Security.
Acting on intelligence and sustained surveillance operations, INTERPOL operatives tracked and arrested the fugitive at a factory in Olowotedo, Siun Village, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State on April 24, 2026.
He was 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 cooperation in the fight against transnational organised crime.
He also advised Nigerian employers and business entities to conduct due diligence, including background checks through the police, before engaging foreign nationals.
The Force reiterated its resolve to ensure Nigeria does not serve as a safe haven for fugitives and to intensify efforts against transnational crime.
