High Court Grants GH¢30 Million Bail to Abu Trica in Extradition Case

The High Court in Accra has granted bail to Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, in the sum of GH¢30 million with two sureties as he continues to challenge extradition proceedings to the United States.

The development was confirmed on April 21, 2026, by his lawyer, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, who announced the ruling in a brief social media post.

Abu Trica was arrested on December 11, 2025, in a joint operation involving Ghanaian authorities and United States law enforcement agencies.

He is accused of links to an alleged international cybercrime network said to have carried out romance scams targeting elderly victims in the United States, with reported losses exceeding $8 million.

Investigators also allege that fake identities and artificial intelligence tools were used to deceive victims before soliciting money.

He is facing charges including conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering, offences that could attract lengthy prison sentences if proven in a US court.

Following his arrest, he was arraigned before the Gbese District Court in Accra after extradition proceedings were initiated at the request of US authorities.

Two other suspects previously connected to the matter, Lord Eshun and Bernard Aidoo, were later discharged after prosecutors indicated there was no evidence against them.

The latest ruling means Abu Trica may secure temporary release once the bail conditions are met, while the extradition case continues before the courts.