Nigeria has stated that a top police officer charged with money laundering in the United States may be extradited if necessary.
Abba Kyari, who is regarded in Nigeria as a “super cop,” is being sought by US authorities on suspicion of having ties to Instagram star and fraudster Ramon Abbas, popularly known as Hushpuppi.
Nigeria’s attorney general stated that the government is working with the US to guarantee that justice is delivered.
In July 2021, Hushpuppi pleaded guilty to money laundering in a US court.
According to US officials, Hushpuppi claimed in an affidavit that he persuaded Mr. Kyari to arrest a syndicate member with whom he had a feud.
Mr. Kyari is said to have emailed Hushpuppi the information of a bank account where he could deposit money paid for the arrest, according to the statement.
Despite denying any involvement, the senior police officer was suspended pending the result of the investigations.
BBC