The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has identified six Nigerian nationals wanted for cybercrimes, and they are now considered international flight risks.
The individuals are Felix Osilama Okpoh, Alex Afolabi Ogunsakin, Micheal Olorunyomi, Richard Izuchukwu Uzhi, Nnamdi Orson Benson, and Abiola Ayorinde Kayode.
The FBI has dubbed them “cyber’s most wanted,” stating that these individuals are currently residing in Nigeria.
They urgently call on the public to contact the nearest FBI office or the American embassy with any information regarding their whereabouts.
The FBI’s interest in these suspects stems from their alleged involvement in a range of criminal activities, including romance scams, fraudulent wire transfers, and advanced fee fraud schemes.
Here are the details of their suspected crimes: scheme that defrauded over 70 U.S. businesses, resulting in losses exceeding $6 million. He is also accused of conducting romance fraud, defrauding vulnerable individuals of over $1 million.
Abiola Ayorinde Kayode: Sought for his purported involvement in a BEC scheme that defrauded numerous U.S. businesses, resulting in losses exceeding $6 million. He allegedly facilitated fraudulent wire transfers and engaged in BEC and romance frauds.
Nnamdi Orson Benson: Wanted for his alleged participation in a BEC scheme with similar financial consequences. He is accused of providing bank accounts for receiving fraudulent wire transfers and participating in romance and advanced fee fraud schemes.
Richard Izuchukwu Uzhi: Faces allegations of participating in a BEC scheme, along with co-conspirators, which defrauded numerous U.S. businesses of over $6 million. He is also accused of money laundering and collaborating with others involved in BEC schemes.
Felix Osilama Okpoh: Wanted for his alleged role in a BEC scheme that defrauded numerous U.S. businesses of over $6 million. He is accused of providing bank accounts for fraudulent wire transfers, resulting in losses exceeding $1 million.
Alex Afolabi Ogunsakin: Sought for involvement in a BEC scheme that caused substantial financial losses to multiple U.S. businesses. He is accused of providing bank accounts for fraudulent wire transfers and participating in these schemes by sending spoofed emails.
This development adds to the growing list of Nigerians implicated in various criminal activities and scams. Some have already faced legal consequences, including incarceration, while others are currently facing legal action in the United States.
Notable individuals include Ramon Abass (Hushpuppi), Abba Kyari, Olalekan Ponle (Woodberry), and Obinwanne Okeke (Invictus Obi), who have all faced legal actions for their involvement in cybercrimes and fraud schemes.