Nigerian Adepoju Arrested in UK Over $235,000 Cyber Fraud Scheme

Nigerian national, Farouk Adekunle Adepoju, was arrested in the UK over a $235,000 cyber fraud scheme targeting a US university. Adepoju allegedly hacked a construction company's computer system contracted by the university, manipulating emails to divert funds to a fake bank account.

He faces six counts of wire fraud and one count of computer fraud, potentially leading to a 20-year prison sentence if convicted. The arrest followed a formal extradition request by the US government, with Adepoju awaiting transfer to Pennsylvania for trial.

Acting Attorney Troy Rivetti highlighted Adepoju's use of sophisticated cyber techniques to siphon funds, emphasizing the global reach of such crimes.