News making round is that Franklin Nwadialo, the newly elected chairman of Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, has been embroiled in a $3.3 million romance scam controversy. The United States Department of Justice alleged that Nwadialo who lcocked 40 this year used fake online profiles and military paraphernalia to deceive vulnerable women on dating sites.It was revealed that Nwadialo’s scam involved the art of convincing victims to send money, with one victim losing $2.4 million, others $330,000, $270,000, and $310,000.
Nwadialo faces 14 counts of wire fraud, punishable by up to 20 years jail term.The Anambra State government has initiated an investigation into Nwadialo’s alleged involvement. Commissioner Tonycollins Nwabunwanne confirmed that the government is working to verify the facts. A state legislator suggested that Nwadialo’s deputy may take over if convicted. As the investigation unfolds, more details will emerge about Nwadialo’s alleged activities and their impact on his role.
