Free Abu Trica: Ghana Has No Jobs -Kwaw Kese Says

Ghanaian rapper Kwaw Kese has called for the release of businessman Frederick Kumasi, also known as Abu Trica, during a public performance.

Kwaw Kese joined Shatta Wale and other Ghanaians who are demanding that Abu Trica should not be extradited to the United States. Abu Trica is currently facing legal action over his alleged involvement in a romance scam case.

The rapper made his appeal on stage at the Gomoa Street Carnival held on April 6, 2026. He paused his performance to speak about the issue and urge authorities to reconsider their decision.

“Free Abu Trica, free Abu… There are no jobs in Ghana, but when the boys rack their brains to earn dollars, you see the government reacting in a certain way… Free Abu Trica,” he said.

While some public figures continue to show support for Abu Trica, the legal process is moving forward. The Gbese District Court has approved a request to hand him over to authorities in the United States.

The court’s decision comes after he was indicted in connection with a large online romance scam believed to be worth more than $8 million. However, the court has given him and his lawyers 15 days to challenge the ruling. During this time, the extradition process will be paused to allow his legal team to file a possible habeas corpus application.

The court also rejected claims from his defence team, who argued that the case was politically motivated and involved entrapment.

Abu Trica was re-arrested by the Narcotics Control Commission after he and others were earlier discharged by the same court on January 26, 2026. This happened after the state withdrew the initial charges against them.

Later, prosecutors filed new charges, including money laundering and conspiracy to defraud by false pretence.

According to documents from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio, Abu Trica is suspected to be part of a criminal group that targeted elderly victims in the United States.

Investigators say the group used artificial intelligence to create fake identities and build online relationships through social media and dating platforms. They then allegedly convinced victims to send money and valuable items under false claims.

Authorities also believe he helped to move and distribute the money to other members of the group in Ghana and beyond. He now faces several charges, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering, as the case continues.