FBI extradites Nigerian to U.S. over alleged internet romance fraud

Dailynigerian | 21-05-2026 04:02am |

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has successfully extradited Samuel Ugberaese from Nigeria to the United States to face charges associated with international cyber romance scams. According to a statement released by the U.S. Embassy in Abuja, the extradition was facilitated by the U.S. Department of Justice. Ugberaese, along with his alleged co-conspirators, is accused of engaging in fraudulent activities targeting individuals through online romantic relationships. The case underscores ongoing efforts by U.S. authorities to combat internet fraud and protect victims from such scams.

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