{"id":188122,"date":"2025-12-16T20:18:08","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T20:18:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/188122\/"},"modified":"2025-12-16T20:18:08","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T20:18:08","slug":"what-celebrities-have-said-about-abu-tricas-arrest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/188122\/","title":{"rendered":"What celebrities have said about Abu Trica\u2019s arrest"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Blakk <\/a>Blakk Rasta, Shatta Wale and Kwaku Manu have all commented on the matter<\/p>\n

Several Ghanaian public figures have been reacting online following the arrest of popular businessman Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, who is facing charges in connection with an alleged $8 million romance scam targeting elderly victims in the United States. <\/p>\n

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) confirmed Kumi\u2019s arrest on December 11, 2025, after a joint operation with U.S. and Ghanaian law enforcement agencies. <\/p>\n

Prosecutors claimed that Abu Trica used artificial intelligence and fabricated identities to deceive victims into sending money under false pretences.<\/p>\n

However, following his arrest, various personalities on and off social media have been commenting on Trica\u2019s arrest. <\/p>\n

While some have justified the actions of Trica, others have warned against flaunting illegally obtained wealth online and questioned why Trica was arrested while corrupt government officials remain free.<\/p>\n

<\/a><\/a>Shatta Wale<\/a>:<\/p>\n

The dancehall musician advised people who earn money through fraudulent means to be careful about flaunting their wealth on social media.<\/p>\n

He also dismissed allegations linking him to fraud and attributing his success to God and his music career.<\/p>\n

‘Be careful if you make money illegally’ – <\/a><\/a><\/a>Shatta Wale<\/a> warns fans amid FBI, fraud saga<\/p>\n

Kwaku Manu:<\/p>\n

In a video making waves on X, the Kumawood actor was seen justifying the actions of Trica and various other individuals involved in fraud. <\/p>\n

He claimed that Ghanaians had always been scammed by the whites with shady business deals. Thus, Trica and the others are only recollection what was taken.<\/p>\n

Papi Adabraka:<\/p>\n

The musician critisized people who engage in illegal activities yet invite bloggers to showcase their lifestyle, comparing it to “a thief doing an advert.” <\/p>\n

Papi explained that legitimate celebrities like <\/a><\/a>Shatta Wale<\/a> can publicly display their assets because their income is traceable through music streams and business ventures, but those with questionable income sources risk exposure to law enforcement.<\/p>\n

<\/a><\/a>Blakk Rasta<\/a><\/p>\n

Ghanaian musician and radio presenter <\/a><\/a>Blakk Rasta<\/a> accused Abu Trica of selfishness. He revealed that despite the display of wealth, the suspect\u2019s father is a carpenter and his mother still sells tilapia at the Swedru Market. <\/p>\n

<\/a><\/a><\/a>Blakk Rasta<\/a> speaks on arrest of Abu Trica<\/p>\n

Captain Planet:<\/p>\n

The former member of the Ghanaian music group 4X4 claimed that he would never be suspected of fraud due to his strict social media privacy practices. <\/p>\n

In a series of posts on X, he stated that he would avoid showcasing personal details or signs of wealth online and would prevent tracking.<\/p>\n

He also criticized the selective application of the law, noting that corrupt politicians often escape punishment while ordinary citizens face consequences.<\/p>\n

Why I would never be caught if I was involved in fraud – Captain Planet details<\/a><\/p>\n

Bishop Bonegas:<\/p>\n

The General Overseer of the Great Fire Pentecostal Church,

\nBishop Bonegas argued that the government has fundamentally failed in its duty to protect its citizens. <\/p>\n

He questioned why an American agency was allowed to arrest Ghanaian citizens while former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta remains in the US.<\/p>\n

‘Your leaders failed to protect you’ – Bishop Bonegas speaks on Abu Trica’s arrest<\/a><\/p>\n

ID\/EB<\/p>\n

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