Ghanaian social media personality Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, has pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. This comes after his extradition to the United States.
Abu Trica appeared in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. He denied the allegations presented against him by prosecutors.
A trial date has been scheduled by the court for September. The specific date was set by the judge during his appearance.
The charges involve allegations of defrauding people through electronic messages and moving illegally obtained money.
His extradition and plea mark the beginning of legal proceedings in the American court system.