Ghanaian socialite and businessman Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, has been remanded into police custody following his appearance before the Gbese District Court.
Abu Trica appeared in court on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, after being re-arrested by the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC). The court subsequently ordered that he be held in custody and adjourned the case to March 18, 2026, when he is expected to return for further proceedings.
The latest development comes shortly after the socialite had earlier been discharged by the Gbese District Court alongside his co-accused persons. That initial discharge followed proceedings connected to an indictment by United States authorities over an alleged $8 million romance scam said to have targeted elderly Americans.
According to earlier reports, Abu Trica and several others were accused of playing roles in the scheme, which allegedly defrauded victims through online romantic relationships. The case attracted international attention due to the scale of the alleged fraud and the involvement of foreign authorities.
While the specifics of the allegations have not been fully detailed in the most recent court sitting, the indictment reportedly centered on claims that the accused individuals participated in a coordinated operation that exploited vulnerable victims abroad. The alleged scheme is said to have involved deceptive communication tactics designed to build trust before soliciting large sums of moneyHowever, details surrounding the precise basis for Abu Trica’s re-arrest were not immediately disclosed in open court during his latest appearance. Legal observers indicate that further clarification is expected when the case resumes next month.
The decision to remand him into custody means he will remain in police detention pending the next hearing. Court proceedings on March 18, 2026, are expected to provide additional insight into the direction of the case and the legal arguments that may be presented by both prosecution and defense.
The case continues to generate public interest, given Abu Trica’s prominence as a social figure and entrepreneur. His legal challenges have sparked widespread discussion on social media and within legal circles, particularly concerning cross-border crime investigations and cooperation between Ghanaian authorities and international law enforcement agencies.
As the matter stands, Abu Trica remains in police custody awaiting his next court appearance. The outcome of the upcoming hearing is likely to determine the next phase of what has become one of the most closely watched legal cases involving a Ghanaian public figure in recent months.
