The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kano has arrested a 28-year-old man identified as Salisu Abdu Adam for allegedly using charms to defraud a married woman of ₦1.8 million.
The spokesperson of the Command, Ibrahim Abdullahi, confirmed the arrest in a statement, adding that the suspect is currently in custody.
According to the NSCDC, Adam, who hails from Garko Local Government Area but resides in Kawo, Nassarawa LGA of Kano State, lured the woman with promises of helping her secure better education and start a profitable business.
He was said to have used charms to gain her trust before taking her money.
Abdullahi further revealed that investigations into the case have been concluded and the suspect will soon be charged to court.