THE FBI CAME TO GHANA TO ARREST THESE SCAMMERS

Summary

The video reports on two Ghana-linked investigations into alleged online romance and wire-fraud schemes. It emphasizes that the allegations in the indictments have not been proven in court.

Frederick Kumi, known as Abu Trica

The presenter recounts how Kumi drew attention for displaying expensive cars, homes, and large amounts of cash on social media while describing himself as an import-export businessman. The video says Ghanaian authorities and the FBI had been monitoring him before his arrest in December 2025.

According to the indictment described in the video, Kumi and his associates allegedly used AI-generated identities to form relationships with older Americans on social media and dating platforms. They then allegedly solicited money for supposed medical emergencies, travel, or investments. Prosecutors alleged that the scheme took more than $8 million from elderly victims and that the proceeds were moved through networks in Ghana and elsewhere. Kumi has denied wrongdoing.

The video describes a contentious legal process in Ghana. Charges against Kumi and two associates were initially dropped, but he was later arrested again on new charges. His lawyers challenged his detention and extradition, alleging mistreatment, questioning without a lawyer, improper searches, and violations of his rights. They also argued that the 1931 Ghana–U.S. extradition treaty did not cover the alleged offenses. The courts rejected the extradition objections, and Kumi was ultimately sent to the United States in July 2026.

In the U.S., prosecutors described the alleged scheme and named other alleged leaders and participants. Kumi pleaded not guilty and remained in custody awaiting trial. The video also reports that his sister died while he was detained, and that he was later released on bail in Ghana before being arrested again after the extradition ruling. The account gives conflicting dates for his U.S. trial, so the precise schedule is unclear.

Jamal and Kamal Abubakari, known as Arrangement and Lancaster

The second report concerns 22-year-old twins Jamal and Kamal Abubakari, who built social media profiles around luxury goods and released a song called “Business is Business.” The video says they traveled to the United States expecting to receive about $2 million in a supposed business deal, but were arrested in Virginia in May 2026.

A later indictment in Ohio charged the twins and Amanda Joy Opoku-Wache with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. Prosecutors allege that they and others used fake online identities to build relationships with older Americans, persuade them to send money, and transfer funds to Ghana and other countries. The video notes that the defendants are presumed innocent and that the case was still pending.

People mentioned

• Presenter: Nana Kwesi
• Other identified voices or participants: Oliver Barker-Wormavor, Kumi’s lawyer; Henry Gill, his U.S. lawyer; and TV presenter Wim Ledi.