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Find out how the U.S. Embassy's upcoming service suspension could affect your passport and visa plans.

The U.S. Embassy in Accra will temporarily suspend most routine consular services for two weeks in July 2026 due to scheduled maintenance. This

A lawyer alleges an FBI agent lured his client into a dubious deal - but what was the deal?

Lawyer Oliver Barker-Vormawor claims an FBI agent set up his client, Abu Trica, with a promise of money related to a $50,000 transfer. The lawyer insists the charges against Abu Trica are baseless - and the case is now under appeal.

Ghanaian socialite Abu Trica has reportedly been extradited to the US over an alleged m romance fraud case targeting eld

Ghanaian socialite Abu Trica has reportedly been extradited to the US over an alleged m romance fraud case targeting elderly Americans.

Despite last-minute legal efforts, the transfer of a prominent Ghanaian socialite to the US for fraud charges has reportedly occurred.

Ghanaian socialite Frederick Kumi, known as "Abu Trica," has been the subject of an extradition battle to the United States. He faces charges

After meeting stringent bail conditions, Abu Trica is out - but what does this mean for his extradition case?

Abu Trica, a suspect in a high-profile romance scam and money laundering case, met his bail conditions. This development follows a long legal battle - and raises questions about cybercrime and extradition.

A romance fraud network allegedly targeted elderly Americans - but who is involved?

Three individuals, including two Ghanaian brothers, have been indicted in the U.S. for alleged romance fraud. They are accused of targeting elderly Americans through online platforms - raising questions about international fraud networks.

Financial investigators have uncovered a web of deceit - but what tactics are these romance scammers using to con their victims?

A specialist fraud squad investigation has led to the arrest of dozens of suspected scammers and romance fraudsters in the UK and Nigeria. These arrests target organised criminal networks - hinting at a wider issue.

A Ghanaian valedictorian's journey from Wa to a top job in New York City- what doors did his stellar academics open?

Barack Dodoo, a Ghanaian from Wa, achieved remarkable success at Lincoln University- earning the Presidential Award. Now, he holds a prominent position in the New York Mayor's Office, hinting at the impact of hard work and dedication.

The High Court has granted bail to Abu Trica, giving fresh momentum to his defence as Ghana's closely watched extraditio

The High Court has granted bail to Abu Trica, giving fresh momentum to his defence as Ghana's closely watched extradition case moves ahead.

A British widow's quest for love and lost funds ends in tragedy - but what really happened in Ghana?

A British widow tragically died in a car crash in Ghana, involving a man she met online. The inquest reveals a heartbreaking tale of romance fraud and a desperate journey - but what led to this fateful trip?

She lost everything to online scams - but her journey to Ghana took a tragic turn.

A British widow became entangled in a web of online romance scams, losing her life savings and home. She then travelled to Ghana to meet a man she met online - but what happened next has left her family devastated.

A specialist warns of rising online transaction risks - but what makes Africa so vulnerable?

Fraud Examiner Isaac Obour has raised concerns about the surge in cybercrime due to the increasing reliance on digital platforms - a trend that demands urgent attention. He notes that the convenience of online transactions has made fraud and cybercrime a significant issue.

Discover the elaborate tactics, including AI-driven video platforms, allegedly employed by a Ghanaian 'romance scam' kingpin to defraud elderly

Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, a Ghanaian national, has been extradited to the United States to face charges related to an alleged romance