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EPISODE · Jul 7, 2025 · 8 MIN

Ghana's "Fraud Boys" Face Reckoning: Romance Scams and Lifestyle Audits

from Deep Dive: Stories from The Labari Journal

This episode discusses the increasing scrutiny and legal actions against individuals in Ghana, often referred to as "fraud boys," who are involved in online scams, particularly romance and inheritance fraud. The episode highlights prominent cases such as Joseph Kwadwo Badu Boateng, or "Dada Joe Remix," and celebrity Mona Faiz Montrage, both facing extradition and charges in the U.S. for their alleged roles in defrauding victims of millions. The article also details the FBI's reporting of significant financial losses to romance scams, with elderly individuals disproportionately affected. Read all our stories at labarijournal.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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