Accra, Ghana – The Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) has arrested a Ghanaian man known as Dada Joe over alleged involvement in a high-profile romance fraud case. The arrest was made in collaboration with the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), as part of an international crackdown on cybercrime.

Key Details:
Suspect: Dada Joe (Nana Kojo Boateng)
Charges: Alleged romance fraud, cybercrime, and possible money laundering
Agency Involved: EOCO (Ghana) acting on FBI intelligence
Next Steps: Possible extradition to the U.S. for prosecution

Background:
Romance scams, often targeting vulnerable individuals abroad, have surged in recent years. Perpetrators typically build fake online relationships to extort money from victims.

This arrest highlights increased U.S.-Ghana cooperation in combating transnational cyber fraud.

More updates as the case develops.

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