Nigerian Extradited to US in Cross-Border Romance Scam Case
Samuel Ugberaese has been flown from Nigeria to the United States to face federal charges over a romance scam that defrauded victims in the US and other countries. A North Carolina grand jury indicted him on January 22, 2021. He and co-conspirator Oluwadamilare Kolaogunbule are charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. Authorities allege they used false love stories and shell export companies to disguise stolen funds. Magistrate Judge Brian S. Myers ordered his detention pending trial. If convicted, Ugberaese could face up to 40 years behind bars. The case reflects close cooperation among the US Department of Justice, FBI Abuja Attaché Office, INTERPOL Nigeria and other agencies. The EDNC Fraud Section is prosecuting the matter.
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