By Gwurld4026 
UK to US: Nigerian Fraudster Targeting Seniors Extradited
Nigerian national Ehis Lawrence Akhimie, 41, has been extradited from the United Kingdom to the United States to face charges related to his alleged involvement in an international fraud scheme targeting elderly U.S. consumers. The U.S. Department of Justice announced his extradition on March 28, 2025, highlighting the collaborative efforts between U.S. authorities and their international counterparts.
Akhimie is accused of participating in a transnational criminal organization that operated an inheritance fraud scheme. This scheme involved deceiving elderly individuals into believing they were heirs to substantial inheritances, leading them to make payments to access these non-existent funds. Such fraudulent activities have caused significant financial losses and emotional distress among elderly victims in the United States.
The extradition underscores the U.S. government’s commitment to combating international fraud and protecting vulnerable populations. The Justice Department’s Office of International Affairs, along with the U.S. Marshals Service, played pivotal roles in securing Akhimie’s extradition.