Ghanaian socialite Abu Trica has reportedly filed a lawsuit against the Ministry of the Interior and several law enforcement agencies, challenging the legality of his arrest and continued detention amid ongoing international fraud investigations.
According to an Instagram post shared by Accra-based broadcaster TV3 Ghana on Monday, Abu Trica has initiated legal action against the Ministry of the Interior, the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
The suit reportedly questions the circumstances surrounding his arrest and prolonged detention, alleging that his fundamental human rights have been violated as legal proceedings continue.
Abu Trica, whose real name is Frederick Kumi and also known as Emmanuel Kojo Baah Obeng, was rearrested by officers of NACOC shortly after his most recent court appearance on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
He has remained in custody since December 11, 2025, following his arrest during a joint operation involving the FBI and Ghanaian security agencies.
In a statement released after his arrest, the United States Department of Justice alleged that Abu Trica was part of an organised criminal network accused of orchestrating romance scam schemes targeting elderly individuals across the United States.
Authorities claim the alleged syndicate has been active since 2023 and is believed to have defrauded victims of more than $8 million.
Investigators further allege that members of the group used artificial intelligence tools to create fake identities and build emotional relationships with unsuspecting victims, primarily through social media and online dating platforms.
Once trust was established, victims were allegedly persuaded to transfer money and valuables under the pretext of medical emergencies, travel expenses, or investment opportunities.
Abu Trica is alleged to have played a role in facilitating the movement and distribution of the proceeds from the United States to Ghana and other jurisdictions.
The investigation was reportedly led by the FBI’s Cleveland Division, with support from Ghana’s Attorney-General’s Department, EOCO, the Ghana Police Service, the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), NACOC, and the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB).
