NIGERIAN MAKES U.S MOST WANTED LIST OVER $1M FRAUD. (PHOTO).

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 Nigerian makes US Most Wanted List over $1m fraud A Nigerian, Onoriode Ezewu, has been named on the United States Department of Labour’s first-ever Most Wanted List over allegations of money laundering involving fraudulent unemployment benefit claims worth more than $1m. The department’s Office of Inspector General unveiled the list on its website on Wednesday, naming 16 fugitives wanted in cases involving alleged fraud, identity theft, money laundering, labour trafficking and other offences. According to the agency, the cases collectively involve more than $55m allegedly stolen from American taxpayers. Ezewu’s profile on the department’s website identifies him as wanted for concealment money laundering and states that he is believed to be residing in Nigeria. “In January 2021, Ezewu was charged with 15 counts of concealment money laundering tied to fraudulent UI and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance claims filed using stolen identities, in a scheme exceeding $1 million that also t...

A 12-YEAR-OLD BOY IS IN STABLE CONDITION AFTER BEING BITTEN BY A SHARK ON TUESDAY WHILE SWIMMING IN THE BAHAMAS.(PHOTO).


 American boy, 12, injured in shark attack during Bahamas family tour

 A 12-year-old boy is in stable condition after being bitten by a shark on Tuesday while swimming in the Bahamas.

The incident occurred during a family tour of the Exuma Cays, where the boy had been swimming alongside his brother. Following the encounter, the victim was transported by boat to New Providence for medical treatment. Authorities have not released the boy's identity or specific details regarding the severity of his injuries.

The Bahama Islands rank as the ninth-highest location globally for unprovoked shark attacks. Experts note that sharks are more likely to strike if they feel cornered or trapped, which can lead to severe lacerations as the animal attempts to escape.

The Exuma Islands, including destinations like Staniel Cay, are popular for boating, snorkeling, and swimming due to their clear waters and vibrant marine life. Dozens of shark species inhabit the Caribbean Sea, with tiger, hammerhead, smooth dogfish, and Caribbean reef sharks frequently navigating nearshore waters, particularly during the summer months. Local authorities did not specify the species of shark involved in the attack.


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