Creator Drama
Ghanaian Influencer Extradited to US Over Alleged $8m Romance Scam
Ongoing
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 7 events from Nov 30, -0001 to Jul 10, 2026, drawn from 3 sources.
“received over US$2 million in fraud proceeds and pretended to marry one victim to further the fraud scheme.”
via myjoyonline.com
Background
Romance scams have become a significant issue in Ghana, with many young people being accused of running such scams. The scams typically involve creating fake online identities and targeting victims through social media and online dating platforms.
The FBI has been working with Ghanaian authorities to crack down on romance scams, with several high-profile arrests made in recent months. The US has also been working to extradite suspects to face trial in the US.
The timeline
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Mona Faiz Montrage Arrested in UK
Ghanaian socialite and musician Mona Faiz Montrage, also known as Hajia4Real, was arrested in the UK on suspicion of being involved in a romance scam.[910]
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Mona Faiz Montrage Extradited to US
Mona Faiz Montrage was extradited to the US to face trial over her alleged involvement in a romance scam.[910]
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US Reports $1.14 Billion Lost to Romance Scams
The US Federal Trade Commission reported that Americans lost $1.14 billion to romance scams in 2023, with over 64,000 reported cases.[910]
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Mona Faiz Montrage Sentenced to 1 Year in Prison
Mona Faiz Montrage was sentenced to 1 year and 1 day in prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy charges linked to a romance scam operation.[910]
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Jamal Abubakari and Kamal Abubakari Arrested in US
Two Ghanaian brothers, Jamal Abubakari and Kamal Abubakari, were arrested in the US on suspicion of being involved in a romance scam.[911]
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Frederick Kumi Arrested in Ghana
Frederick Kumi, aka Abu Trica, was arrested in Ghana on suspicion of being involved in a romance scam.[909]
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Frederick Kumi Extradited to US
Frederick Kumi was extradited to the US to face trial over his alleged involvement in a romance scam.[909]
Who is involved
Frequently asked
What is a romance scam?
A romance scam is a type of scam where individuals create fake online identities and target victims through social media and online dating platforms, often with the goal of obtaining money or other valuables.
How much money was lost to romance scams in the US in 2023?
According to the US Federal Trade Commission, Americans lost $1.14 billion to romance scams in 2023, with over 64,000 reported cases.
What is the punishment for being involved in a romance scam in the US?
The punishment for being involved in a romance scam in the US can vary, but can include up to 20 years in prison and fines.
Related drama
Sources
- dexerto.com, A Ghanaian influencer has been extradited to the United States to face trial over allegations that he helped run a romance scam that defrauded elderly Americans of more than $8 million. Frederick Kumi, Jul 10, 2026.
- myjoyonline.com, In recent times, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), with active support from Ghana’s security agencies, including the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), the Cyber Security Authority (, Jul 10, 2026.
- bbc.com, Wia dis foto come from, LANCASTER AND ARRANGEMENT/SOCIAL MEDIAWetin we call dis foto, Di two socialites dey accused of conspiracy to commit romance fraud and money laundering, dem dey custody dey wait, Jul 10, 2026.