The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has intensified its crackdown on international cybercrime syndicates and online fraudsters, unveiling an updated list of some of the world’s most wanted fraud suspects linked to multimillion-dollar scams targeting businesses and vulnerable individuals across the globe.
According to the FBI, the suspects are wanted for crimes ranging from business email compromise (BEC) schemes and identity theft to romance scams, cryptocurrency fraud, and large-scale cyber-enabled financial crimes. The agency disclosed that billions of dollars continue to be lost yearly to online fraud and cyber scams.
Among the names appearing on the FBI cyber “Most Wanted” list is Micheal Olorunyomi, a Nigerian national accused of participating in a massive business email compromise operation that allegedly defrauded more than 70 American businesses of over $6 million.
The FBI said Olorunyomi is also linked to romance fraud schemes targeting elderly victims and widows, with some victims reportedly losing more than $1 million. Authorities revealed that a federal arrest warrant was issued against him in November 2019, while investigators believe he may currently be residing in Nigeria.
Other cybercrime suspects reportedly declared wanted in connection with the same fraud network include Richard Izuchukwu Uzuh, Alex Afolabi Ogunsakin, Felix Osilama Okpoh, Abiola Ayorinde Kayode, and Nnamdi Orson Benson. The suspects were accused of orchestrating fraudulent wire transfer requests and laundering stolen funds through hundreds of bank accounts.
The FBI’s updated cybercrime watchlist also features several international suspects linked to hacking, ransomware attacks, and online financial crimes across multiple countries. The agency said the list forms part of broader efforts to combat transnational organized cybercrime and internet-enabled fraud.
Meanwhile, U.S. authorities recently announced the arrest of five suspects connected to an alleged romance scam syndicate accused of defrauding more than 100 elderly Americans of over $15 million using fake online identities and AI-generated videos. The suspects allegedly flaunted luxury cars, jewelry, and mansions on social media while operating from West Africa.
The FBI, through its Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), disclosed in its latest annual report that cyber-enabled fraud caused Americans losses of nearly $21 billion in 2025 alone. Investment scams, phishing attacks, cryptocurrency fraud, and romance scams were listed among the most damaging cybercrimes reported. Elderly citizens accounted for a significant percentage of the victims.
The agency urged members of the public to remain vigilant online, avoid sending money to unknown individuals met on social media or dating platforms, and report suspicious cyber activities through official law enforcement channels.