Nepalese Businessman Claims He Lost ₦1.6 Billion in Alleged Scam Linked to Meetings at Nigeria's Police Headquarters
A viral interview by social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) has ignited nationwide debate after a Nepalese businessman alleged that he was defrauded of approximately ₦1.6 billion in what he describes as one of the most elaborate investment and travel scams ever orchestrated in Nigeria.
The businessman, identified as Bista, says he has lost not only his life's savings but also his peace of mind, his reputation, and the opportunity to reunite with his aging father.
If his allegations are proven, the case raises troubling questions about public trust, institutional accountability, and how sophisticated fraud schemes can exploit the credibility of government agencies.
How the Journey Began
According to Bista, he is a Nepalese citizen who had been living and working in Malaysia when he was introduced to what appeared to be a lucrative international travel and business opportunity.
He claims he was invited to Nigeria in 2023 by a Cameroonian acquaintance identified as Emmanuel Masa.
Bista alleges that Masa introduced him to a company known as Fredlock Mine, promising an opportunity involving Asman Airlines and travel to Suriname, a South American country located near Brazil.
Everything, he says, appeared professional and legitimate.
Meetings Allegedly Held Inside Police Headquarters
One of the most shocking aspects of Bista's account is his claim that several meetings connected to the proposed arrangement took place inside the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja.
According to him, police officers wearing official uniforms allegedly reassured him and other participants that the business was genuine and that the people behind the project could be trusted.
For a foreign visitor unfamiliar with Nigeria's internal systems, such assurances reportedly removed any doubts.
Bista says the official environment gave the operation an appearance of legitimacy that convinced him and others to continue investing.
How the Money Allegedly Disappeared
According to the interview, the payments did not happen all at once.
Instead, Bista says he was repeatedly instructed to make transfers for various administrative expenses supposedly required to complete the international travel process.
