The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has issued a stern warning to those involved in fraudulent activities in the country.

According to him, the government will not relent or hesitate and will pursue anyone "so long as you engage in cyber-based crime, whether against Ghanaians or any other person."

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Sam George made this known on his Facebook page on Friday, December 12, 2025, in a post commending the efforts of the Ghanaian security agencies that facilitated the arrest of Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, who has been indicted for his alleged role in defrauding elderly victims of over $8 million.

He also emphasised the government’s commitment to promoting the country’s image and integrity globally.

“Congratulations once again to the dedicated team at the Cyber Security Authority Ghana, led by their DG, Divine Selase Agbeti, and the Law Enforcement Unit for another surgical strike at the heart of cyber fraud.

“Yet another successful operation was carried out yesterday in collaboration with our sister Agencies - CID, NIB & NACOC - as part of our commitment to enhancing Ghana's international image. The message is loud and clear: we will come after you so long as you engage in cyber-based crime either against Ghanaians or any other person,” Sam George posted.

About Abu Trica’s arrest:

According to unsealed documents from the US Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Ohio, Abu Trica is accused of being part of a criminal network that targeted senior citizens through online romance scams across the United States since 2023.

He was, however, arrested by authorities in Ghana on Thursday, December 11, 2025.

Prosecutors allege that Abu Trica and his co-conspirators used Artificial Intelligence software to assume false identities and cultivate intimate online relationships with victims.

They then gained the trust of elderly individuals through social media and dating platforms before soliciting money or valuables under false pretenses, including urgent medical expenses, travel costs, and investment opportunities.

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The indictment further claims that once funds were transferred, Abu Trica helped distribute the money from Ohio to co-conspirators in Ghana and other locations.

He faces charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering conspiracy, and a forfeiture specification. If convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison.



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