The FBI has arrested Oluyomi Omobolanle Bombata, also known as ‘Bobo Chicago’ or ‘Bola Flexx,’ in connection with a major fraud scheme totaling $2.8 million. Bombata, 25, was taken into custody on November 20 in Chicago, Illinois, after an arrest warrant was issued in Oklahoma. The charges against him stem from a series of fraudulent activities spanning from June to October 2023, involving wire fraud, conspiracy, money laundering, and illegal monetary transactions.

Bobo Chicago, who gained notoriety for his lavish lifestyle, is believed to have been behind multiple scams targeting both individuals and businesses. Prior to his arrest in Chicago, he had reportedly caused significant distress in the Nigerian community in the Houston area, where he was active in carrying out fraudulent schemes. Following his move to Chicago, investigations led authorities to Oklahoma, where Bombata is accused of orchestrating the scam.

According to federal investigators, Bombata used hacking techniques to infiltrate accounts in the Eastern District of Oklahoma, transferring over $300,000 of stolen funds to a well-known liquor store in the U.S., implicating the business owner in the process.

Bombata, unable to afford private legal counsel, has been assigned a public defender to represent him in court. His co-conspirator remains in custody as the investigation continues, with federal authorities continuing to probe the full extent of the alleged fraud network.

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