Joseph Kwadwo Badu Boateng, better known as Dada Joe Remix, once flaunted a lifestyle of luxury and philanthropy.
But behind the glitz was a decade-long web of deceit that allegedly siphoned millions from unsuspecting victims across the globe.
Now extradited to the United States, he faces the full weight of federal prosecution.
Here’s a timeline of the key moments in the international fraud case that has captivated two continents.
1. The beginning of the alleged scam (2013–2023)
According to U.S. prosecutors, Boateng and his associates operated a sophisticated fraud ring for nearly a decade. They allegedly used fake online personas to lure elderly Americans into romance and inheritance scams, promising access to non-existent gold, jewels, or estates in exchange for “processing fees” and “taxes”.
2. Digital breadcrumbs and FBI involvement (2019–2023)
A 2021 complaint from a deceased Arizona man triggered a deeper FBI probe. Investigators traced conversations and financial transactions linked to Boateng’s online alias, “Dada Joe,” and uncovered messages suggesting he played a leadership role in the operation.
3. Indictment unsealed (May 30, 2025)
A grand jury in the U.S. District Court for Arizona indicted Boateng on charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. The indictment was unsealed just two days after his arrest, signaling the urgency and scope of the case.
4. Arrest in Ghana (May 28, 2025)
Boateng was apprehended in Accra following a formal extradition request from the United States. Ghanaian authorities acted under the Extradition Act of 1960, in coordination with the FBI and U.S. Diplomatic Security Service (DSS).
5. Extradition approved and executed (July 1, 2025)
After weeks of legal and diplomatic maneuvering, Boateng was flown to the U.S. under heavy security. Images of him in an orange jumpsuit and shackles circulated online, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the self-styled mogul.
6. What comes next
Boateng will now stand trial in a federal court in Arizona. If convicted, he could face decades in prison. U.S. authorities have hinted at further indictments, suggesting that other members of the alleged fraud network may soon follow him across the Atlantic.
