What We Know So Far About Business Mogul Dada Joe
Fredrick Agyei, spokesperson for Ghanaian businessman Joseph Boateng, known as Dada Joe, dismissed reports of his arrest by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on May 28, 2025. In an interview with GhanaWeb, Agyei stated that no official statement from the FBI, Ghana Police, or Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) confirms the alleged arrest.
Rumors surfaced via social media on May 27, 2025, claiming Boateng was apprehended in a covert FBI operation tied to suspected fraudulent activities. Some reports suggested EOCO detained him on May 28 for romance fraud, with potential U.S. extradition, but these lack official verification from authorities.
Agyei emphasized the absence of formal communication from security agencies, asserting, “If indeed Ghana Police, EOCO, and the FBI had apprehended him, what is preventing them from issuing a statement?” He confirmed that Boateng’s team is preparing an official press release to address the speculations, which is expected in the coming days.
Boateng, a prominent socialite known for his lavish lifestyle, has been linked to real estate and high-profile purchases, including a $1 million filling station, a Rolls-Royce in 2018, and a Lamborghini Urus in 2019. The conflicting reports and lack of official confirmation highlight the need for clarity in this ongoing case.
The Ghana Police Service and EOCO have not issued statements, and the FBI has not commented publicly. Until official details emerge, the allegations remain unverified, with Boateng’s team maintaining his innocence pending their forthcoming statement.