Nigerian Man extradited to U.S. over romance scam, faces up to 40 years in prison

Nationaldailyng | 20-05-2026 10:22pm |

Samuel Ugberaese, a Nigerian national also known as "Putsammy," has been extradited to the United States to stand trial for his alleged participation in a cross-border romance scam. Authorities claim that Ugberaese was involved in a network that deceived victims by establishing fake online relationships, ultimately leading to financial exploitation. If convicted, he faces a potential prison sentence of up to 40 years. The case highlights ongoing efforts to combat international fraud schemes targeting individuals through online platforms.

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