Six Nigerians extradited to US over $6M online romance scam
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Africa category. Published on September 12, 2026 • Originally reported by Guardian staff and Associated Press. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Africa category. Published on September 12, 2026 • Originally reported by Guardian staff and Associated Press. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Alleged members of Black Axe criminal network that swindled US women out of $6m flown from South Africa
Six Nigerian nationals linked to an organized criminal network that allegedly swindled American women out of more than $6m through online romance scams were extradited to the United States on Friday.
South African police confirmed they were to be extradited earlier on Friday, while local news in Africa confirmed that the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, known as the Hawks, facilitated their handover to officials from the US Federal Bureau of Investigation and Secret Service at Cape Town international airport, in collaboration with Interpol South Africa.
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