Swedru Youth Protest at Gbese Court for the Release of Abu Trica “There’s No Evidence”
- Abu Trica has drawn massive support as Swedru youth protested outside Gbese Court, demanding his release and questioning the basis of his arrest
- This came as Abu Trica appeared before the court for the final hearing on his extradition case, with supporters closely monitoring every development
- Despite the tense situation, Abu Trica arrived at court in high spirits, acknowledging supporters, a moment that has sparked widespread reaction online
Tensions escalated at the Gbese Court in Swedru as a large group of youth gathered to protest the continued detention of Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica.
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The 31-year-old is facing charges linked to a multi-million cedi romance scam.
Supporters waved placards with messages such as “There is no evidence” and “Free Abu Trica,” calling for his immediate release while questioning the validity of the arrest.
Frederick Kumi, also known in court as Emmanuel Baah Obeng, appeared before the court for a final hearing to determine the possibility of his extradition to the United States.
His lawyer, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, has insisted that there is no case against his client and vowed to challenge any attempts at extradition.
The courtroom proceedings drew significant attention from the local community, with supporters voicing frustration over what they perceive as undue delays and irregularities in the handling of the case.
Abu Trica was initially released but later rearrested by the Narcotics Control Board on fresh charges, prompting the ongoing protests outside the court.
Demonstrators demanded transparency in the judicial process while emphasising their support for Kumi. More details on the case and subsequent court proceedings are expected to follow.
Watch the Instagram video below.
Abu Trica arrives for extradition case verdict
Embattled Ghanaian businessman and socialite Abu Trica has appeared at the Gbese High Court ahead of the final verdict in his US extradition case.
Abu Trica, whose real name is Frederick Kumi, alias Emmanuel Kojo Baah Obeng, has been in police custody since December 11, 2025, after he was arrested in a joint operation between the FBI and Ghanaian security agencies.
According to an unsealed US Justice Department indictment, he is facing charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering conspiracy, and a forfeiture specification.
Abu is facing up to 20 years in prison if he is convicted in the US for his alleged crimes.
The Instagram videos of Abu Trica's arrival at the Gbese High Court for the verdict of his US extradition case are below:
Why was Abu Trica arrested?
In a press statement released after his arrest, the Justice Department alleged that Abu Trica was a member of a criminal syndicate that targeted elderly victims in the US in romance scam schemes.
The syndicate had reportedly been operating since 2023 and had defrauded its unsuspecting victims out of more than $8 million.
Abu Trica and his alleged accomplices reportedly used artificial intelligence (AI) software to assume false identities and form close personal relationships with their victims.
The group allegedly gained their victims’ trust to obtain money and valuables, often targeting individuals through social media and online dating platforms under false pretences.
It added that, after gaining the victims' trust, they requested money for urgent needs, including medical treatment, travel expenses, or investment opportunities.
Abu Trica was allegedly part of the individuals who distributed the alleged criminal proceeds once gained from the US to Ghana and other countries.
The FBI Cleveland Division reportedly conducted the investigation into the crime syndicate with support from the Attorney General’s Office, the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana Cyber Security Authority (CSA), the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), and the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB).
Abu Trica's girlfriend and baby mama, Abena Oforiwaa, popularly known as Queenie, was also reportedly apprehended by security agencies to assist with investigations.
She was eventually released from custody following the intervention of Ghanaian lawyer and activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor and his firm.
Abu Trica arrives in court for verdict
In a series of videos spotted by YEN.com.gh, Abu Trica was seen arriving at the Gbese High Court with security officials inside a red saloon vehicle on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
As they entered the premises, several protestors from the socialite's hometown of Agona Swedru, who gathered in front of the court in the morning to demand his release, swarmed the vehicle to catch a glimpse of him and show their unwavering support.
As he exited the vehicle, the handcuffed Abu appeared to be in good spirits and happy about the support from the protestors as he and the officers entered the courtroom for the final hearing.
Source: Instagram
Abu Trica gets visibly emotional after hearing
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Abu Trica got visibly emotional after a judge adjourned his court hearing on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
In a video, the socialite was near tears as security operatives escorted him from the court premises into a vehicle.
Abu Trica's public appearance after his court hearing triggered mixed reactions on social media.
Source: YEN.com.gh
