FBI Offers $10,000 Reward in 24-Year Manhunt for Nigerian Fraud Fugitive Olumide Adebiyi Adediran

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has renewed its appeal for information on the whereabouts of Olumide Adebiyi Adediran, a Nigerian national wanted for over two decades on multiple federal fraud charges in the United States.

Adediran, now believed to be in his late 40s, fled Champaign, Illinois in December 2001, just days before he was due to stand trial on accusations of bank fraud, identity theft, and credit card scams. According to federal prosecutors, he allegedly deposited a fraudulent check into a Champaign-area bank account and used stolen personal data to open unauthorized credit lines.

The FBI has placed Adediran on its long-term fugitives list and announced a $10,000 reward for any information leading to his arrest. Investigators believe he may have fled overseas, possibly maintaining ties with cross-border fraud networks that U.S. authorities say remain active in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa.

“Adediran has evaded justice for 24 years, but we are not giving up,” an FBI spokesperson said. “We urge anyone with credible information to come forward. This case is not just about one man—it’s about dismantling the global networks that enable financial crimes.”

The renewed manhunt comes as U.S. law enforcement intensifies its crackdown on international financial fraud, with several Nigerian nationals recently extradited to the U.S. on related charges. American authorities say these networks are responsible for hundreds of millions of dollars in losses, targeting banks, businesses, and individuals worldwide.

Adediran faces multiple counts of bank fraud, wire fraud, and identity theft. If convicted, he could face decades in prison.

The FBI is urging anyone with tips to contact their nearest field office or submit information online.