Nigerian Man Arrested In Multimillion-Dollar Email, Money Laundering Scam

U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced that a 33-year-old Nigerian man had been detained for his role in a significant business email compromise and money laundering scheme.

Edikan Adiakpan, who is scheduled to appear for the first time at 2 p.m. before U.S. Magistrate Judge Peter Bray, has been detained, according to authorities.

Adiakpan is accused of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and illegal money transmission in a three-count indictment filed on June 11 in Houston by a federal grand jury. According to the indictment, Adiakpan and co-conspirators plotted a business email compromise scheme in 2021 that targeted businesses in at least eight states, including a California research group that was working on treating American veterans.

According to the allegations, victims were sent “spoofed” emails that appeared to be from well-known suppliers and creditors. They allegedly were defrauded into sending money to banks that the fraudsters controlled rather than the actual customers.


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Further, according to the allegations, the conspirators transferred the funds quickly between various bank accounts under their control and laundered them. The funds were then allegedly transformed into cashier’s checks. Adiakpan allegedly cashed the checks and paid a portion of the proceeds.

Ayobami Omoniyi, a 26-year-old Nigerian citizen, is currently awaiting sentencing before the U.S. Judge Andrew S. Hanen for the US District.

Adiakpan faces charges of conspiracy, money laundering, and conspiracy conspiracy conspiracy for up to 20 years in prison, as well as five years in prison for transmitting illegal money. A maximum fine of $250, 000 is possible for each conviction.

Sam Thompson ‘returns to celebrity dating app’ hours after Love Island’s Samie Elishi split

After the Mirror revealed that Sam Thompson and Love Island’s Samie Elishi had cooled their romance, Sam Thompson is reportedly looking for love again on the popular celebrity dating site Raya.

Made In Chelsea star, Sam Thompson, is back on celebrity dating app, Raya, according to reports(Image: ITV)

Made In Chelsea star Sam Thompson, is back on celebrity dating app, Raya, just hours after his split with Samie Elishi. The Mirror reported that Sam, 32, and Love Island star, Samie, 25, have called it quits despite being papped locking lips in the street a few weeks ago, with a source telling us: “They both have busy lives, it just didn’t work out.”

Since his split with Samie – and shock separation from ex-girlfriend, Zara McDermott, in December – Sam is now said to be looking for love after taking to ‘Tinder for the illuminati’, Raya, to connect with a whole host of famous faces, who have been granted access to the exclusive dating site.

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Peter Wicks, Sam Thompson, Samie Elishi and Georgia Harrison
The Mirror reported that Sam Thompson and Love Island’s Samie Elishi have called it quits(Image: REX/Shutterstock)

Sharing screenshots of Sam, reportedly taken from Raya, in which the reality star can be seen larking around with best pal, Pete Wicks in photos which display his name, age and occupation – listed as: ‘Presenter/podcaster’ – the Mail reports his profile on the site is active.

Sam was reported to have last been seen on the app in March after splitting from Love Islander, Zara, because of its famous clients.

Meanwhile, Zara has now moved on with One Direction star, Louis Tomlinson, which is said to have left Sam, ‘blindsided’.

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However, he returned to the scene and began dating Samie, who he had met during a Love Island Aftersun episode.

The pair were spotted embracing in a close-knit embrace last month at Bacchanalia in Mayfair, just before Olivia Attwood’s birthday party. As his fans sat quietly in awe of the potential for a new romance as Sam sat down to watch Samie’s face in his hands.

On the Chloe Mediumship podcast, Samie discussed her exes and remained optimistic about the relationship. She claimed that she had a “gut feeling” about things that “weren’t meant to be,” and that her relationship is currently “positive right now.” She continued, “There’s been no bad stuff at the moment so yeah I suppose it’s all good.” It’s still early days.

Meanwhile, Sam discussed being single on his podcast with co-host Pete.

He stated on Staying Relevant that he felt “ready to go out there” and that he was “ready to start approaching women.”

He continued, “I feel good because the world is currently very nice.” And I’m content, too. No more brave faces are present, causing Pete to proudly declare: “Sam’s ready to date!” ‘”.

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However, it appears Sam is back on the market and will soon be cruising around Raya in search of love once more.

Sam’s representatives have been contacted by The Mirror to comment on this story.

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Louis Tomlinson’s bizarre Glastonbury camping plans as he stays away from Zara McDermott

ExCLUSIVE: Louis Tomlinson, a former member of One Direction, has been spotted at Glastonbury every year for the past ten years, and his unusual camping arrangements for 2025 are no exception.

Louis Tomlinson’s bizarre Glasto camping arrangement as he stays away from Zara(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images)

Louis Tomlinson has unveiled his own unique camping arrangement – a tent solely for booze. The former One Direction star, 33, is camping with a group of mates at Glastonbury rather than going more upmarket.

And the Back To You singer, who brought a TV to the festival to watch England play an International match last year, has allocated a tent just for drinks. A source told The Mirror: “Louis is determined to make it a weekend to remember and has planned everything with military like precision – including making sure enough booze is available. He has his own tent – and one just for the drinks.”

Girlfriend Zara McDermott, 28, meanwhile, is joining Louis at Glasto, but is thought to be staying off site and not camping with Louis. “Everyone is saying it’s a nice break for him and Zara but it’s a great way also for Zara to meet his mates. It will definitely be a boozy one and not a particularly romantic one,” the source added.

Louis Tomlinson has unveiled his own unique camping arrangement at Glastonbury
Louis Tomlinson has unveiled his own unique camping arrangement at Glastonbury(Image: AFP via Getty Images)

The pair first sparked romance rumors earlier this year when they were captured on a cozy date in Suffolk in March, just a few weeks after Zara split from her long-term partner Sam Thompson.

After enjoying a cozy trip together in Los Angeles, Zara finally revealed their romance on Instagram while having a brunch date with Louis. Since then, it seems like their romance has grown even more since Zara recently supported Louis in Costa Rica.

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Last year, Glastonbury Festival-goers were set to miss out on watching England’s big match in the Euros – that was until Louis came prepared. In June last year, the Euros were in full swing as the England’s men’s football team secured its place in the Euros round of 16, with them kicking off their match at 5pm on the Thursday evening of the festival.

However, the game clashed with performances from some of the iconic festival’s top names. Glastonbury made the decision to not show any of the Euros matches, so footie and festival fans needed to try and stream the games on their own devices – a potentially challenging task at Worthy Farm.

Louis is dating Zara McDermott
Louis is dating Zara McDermott(Image: Instagram/zara_mcdermott)

However, Louis, who brought his own TV with him so he could watch all the action, made the trip to Glastonbury fully prepared. The Mirror captured a group of people gathered around a TV to prepare for the game.

They prepared the beer and set up the screen so that England could watch Slovakia play. After One Direction hairstylist Louise Teasdale also shared a photo, it was confirmed Louis Tomlinson and his group of friends.

Louis was referred to as a “hero” at the time because he made sure festivalgoers didn’t miss out on the big game. This year, will Louis have another clever bicep? We’ll have to see what happens.

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Laura Anderson ‘in tears’ as she shares emotional update on daughter Bonnie’s huge milestone

EXCLUSIVE: Former Love Island star Laura Anderson has opened up about her 21-month-old daughter Bonnie’s emotional first day at nursery yesterday – which left them both in tears

Laura Anderson revealed she was ‘in tears’ as she dropped Bonnie off for her first day at nursery yesterday(Image: lauraanderson1x/Instagram)

Former Love Island star Laura Anderson has revealed she was left “in tears” after dropping her daughter Bonnie off for her first day of nursery in a huge milestone for the pair.

Laura, 36, welcomed her first child Bonnie in September 2023, and yesterday, 21-month-old Bonnie embarked on a new journey, as she started her first day at nursery. However, it wasn’t easy for either Laura or Bonnie, as Laura revealed they both broke down in tears.

In an exclusive interview with the Mirror, Laura said: “Bonnie had her first day at nursery today. Honestly, I started crying when I dropped her off.

“As a single parent, it’s hard to let go and trust other people to look after your little baby,” she continued. However, Laura wasn’t the only one in floods of tears, as she revealed little Bonnie was the one to set her off.

Bonnie Laura daughter
Laura and Bonnie broke down in tears during her first day at nursery yesterday(Image: lauraanderson1x/Instagram)

“I think we’re so used to being just us. So she actually cried, and then I got in the car and started crying. What a nightmare!,” she laughed. “But apparently it’s normal!”

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However, Laura was quickly reassured by the nursery, who sent her photos of Bonnie via their app, to show her how well she’d settled in. “She’s a very independent little sassy things, but still a mummy’s girl!,” Laura said.

Bonnie is a natural in front of the camera, regularly featuring in adorable videos and pictures on her mum’s Instagram account.

Since becoming a mum, Laura says her social media has “changed in a positive way,” as she’s joined a “new mum gang,” in which she receives support from others in the same position. “It makes you feel less like an alien if someone else is crying dropping their kid off,” she laughed.

As well as posting her relationship with daughter Bonnie, Laura also features her relationship with footballer Clark Hudson on social media, since going public in October.

Clark and Laura
Laura says her partner Clark is a ‘great help’ with her daughter Bonnie(Image: Instagram/ @lauraanderson1x)

“Him and Bonnie are like little BFFs,” Laura said of Clark, who has two children of his own. “They have fun together, they play hide and seek and hide from me in the house. I feel really lucky to have him. He’s a nice little help and all the kids get on really well.”

Aside from being a mum, Laura is keeping busy with her career, and was recently given the honour of hosting the red carpet at Pride Of Scotland for the first time earlier this week. The awards, which took place in Glasgow celebrate Scotland’s remarkable unsung heroes.

“It was an honour to be asked back for a third year to host the red carpet,” Laura said – admitting she was taken aback by the remarkable actions of the young unsung heroes. “These tiny little humans are doing better things in the world than us 30/40 year olds in the room watching them.

“Their parents must be so proud of them, it was insane,” Laura continued. “It was such a humbling, incredible experience.”

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7ft British centre Williams drafted by Boston Celtics

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Amari Williams, a British player, was chosen with the 46th overall pick and chosen by the Boston Celtics to join the NBA.

Tosan Evbuomwan, the Brooklyn Nets’ forward, and OG Anunoby of the New York Knicks, the 23-year-old becomes the third English-born active player in the NBA.

Williams was born in Nottingham, moving to the United States to study at Drexel University and the University of Kentucky before enrolling at Myerscough College in Lancashire.

The 7-foot center was named CAA Defensive Player of the Year three times during his five-year college career with the Drexel Dragons.

Chris Harris, who played for the St. Louis Hawks and Rochester Royals in 1955-56, was the first NBA player to play for the team of British descent.

Jeremy Sochan, the San Antonio Spurs star, was born and raised in the United States, and has played for a number of English clubs, most notably Southampton’s Solent Kestrels.

The Celtics, who are the most successful team in NBA history with 18 championships, now have some much-needed front-court depth.

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