Alleged romance scam pastor remanded for two more weeks

Ghanaian pastor Nana Yaw Bonsu Kwarteng, accused of allegedly defrauding women through romance scams, has been remanded for an additional two weeks following a denial of bail at Accra Circuit Court on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Police investigations into the allegations persist. The pastor is accused of using his religious identity to establish romantic relationships with multiple women, promising marriage to some and allegedly exploiting their trust to acquire money and personal information.

Authorities claim Kwarteng operated an Instagram church and falsely claimed to have received a divine revelation about his destined wives. Police allege he met victim families, presented promise rings, and obtained intimate images after building trust, subsequently blackmailing the women for money. He is also accused of introducing victims to a fake tyre business, persuading them to invest their money, and then cutting off contact.

At least seven victims have been identified, with the alleged crimes dating back to 2021. Kwarteng and his wife, Sally Akosua Amoasah, face charges including conspiracy, defrauding by false pretenses, and non-consensual sharing of intimate images. His wife was granted bail, while Kwarteng remains in custody. The court adjourned the case for further investigation, and Kwarteng departed with his wife after the proceedings.