According to court documents, Ojedeji successfully secured a U.S. student visa, gained admission into the University of Missouri, and acquired multiple government-issued documents using false information. These included a Social Security card, a driver’s license, a bank account, and even an apartment approved under her fake identity.
Investigations revealed that she also accessed over $49,000 in stipends and financial support, funds meant strictly for legitimate international students. Authorities noted that the scheme was carefully planned, allowing her to blend in as a registered student for a period of time.
After months of tracking, federal agents uncovered inconsistencies in her application records and financial statements, leading to her arrest and eventual conviction. In addition to the 41-month prison sentence, Ojedeji may also face deportation after serving her term.
The U.S. Justice Department emphasized that the ruling serves as a warning to anyone attempting to exploit the American immigration and educational system for fraudulent gain.
Her case adds to the growing global spotlight on immigration fraud and identity-based crimes targeting academic institutions.
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