Kofi Boat and Pascal, two Ghanaians accused of orchestrating a $100 million romance scam, have pleaded guilty in a U.S. Court. The pair, known as Isaac Oduro Boateng and Inusah Ahmed, admitted to defrauding victims through a complex network of romance scams and business email fraud.
The defendants agreed to pay over $41 million in restitution to their victims. The court has scheduled a sentencing hearing, where they could face up to 20 years in prison. The case highlights the scale of international cybercrime targeting individuals through deceptive online relationships.
The scam, which involved fake identities and financial manipulation, affected numerous victims across multiple countries. Authorities have emphasized the need for stricter measures to combat such crimes. The case also underscores the growing role of Ghanaian nationals in global cybercrime networks.
