Saturday, April 19, 2025

FBI Arrests Nigerian Fraudster, ‘Bobo Chicago’ In Multi-Million Dollar Scam

In a significant bust, the FBI arrested a Nigerian cybercriminal known as “Bobo Chicago,” allegedly responsible for a $2.8 million business email compromise (BEC) scheme.

The scam, which involved sophisticated techniques like phishing, domain spoofing, and malware, targeted businesses across the globe.

Victims from New York and Texas were among the key targets. After being extradited from Nigeria, Bobo Chicago now faces serious charges in the U.S., with sentencing yet to be determined.

The FBI arrested a Nigerian fraudster, “Bobo Chicago,” tied to a $2.8M BEC scam.

The operation involved sophisticated tactics like phishing, malware, and domain spoofing, leading to massive financial losses for businesses in New York and Texas.

The suspect has been extradited from Nigeria and faces serious charges in the U.S. Sentencing is awaited.

The case underscores growing international efforts to tackle cybercrime.

Philip Atume
Philip Atume
Atume Philip Terfa is a seasoned Website Content Developer and Online Editor at Silverbird Communications Limited, currently leading digital content for Rhythm 93.7 FM. With nearly seven years of experience, he crafts engaging and trend-driven content across news, entertainment, sports, and more. Passionate about storytelling and digital innovation, he consistently boosts audience engagement and online visibility.

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