Hajia4Reall to Be Released Today After Serving 1 Year Sentence for Romance Scam in U.S.

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Ghanaian socialite and convicted romance scammer Mona Faiz Montrage, popularly known as Hajia4Reall, is set to be released today, Thursday, May 22, after serving a one-year prison sentence in the United States.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York confirmed that Mona was sentenced on June 28, 2024, after pleading guilty to her role in a transnational romance fraud scheme that targeted vulnerable elderly victims across the United States. She was convicted of conspiracy to receive stolen money, a charge that carried a maximum sentence of five years, but received a reduced sentence based on a plea bargain and cooperation with investigators.

Romance Scam Scheme and Arrest

According to court documents and public statements by federal prosecutors, Hajia4Reall was involved in laundering proceeds from romance scams orchestrated by a network of Ghana-based criminals between 2013 and 2019. Victims were deceived into sending large sums of money under the belief they were helping romantic partners.

Montrage personally received over $2 million in illicit funds from at least six victims, using her celebrity status and multiple bank accounts to obscure the sources. She was arrested in the UK in November 2022 and extradited to the U.S. in May 2023.

Hajia4Reall to Be Released Today After Serving 1 Year Sentence for Romance Scam in U.S.
Hajia4Reall Portrait @3music Awards 2022

Asset Forfeiture and Deportation Possibility

In addition to her sentence, she was ordered to forfeit $2.1 million and luxury assets acquired through the fraud, including designer handbags, jewelry, and a luxury vehicle. U.S. authorities have not confirmed whether she will be deported to Ghana upon release, but immigration procedures typically follow in such cases.

Her legal team has not yet issued a formal statement regarding her release.

Also Read: Hajia4reall sentenced to 1 year 1 day term in prison by US court

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  • Daniel Ablordey

    Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.

    As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.

    Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.

    Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.

    His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.

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Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.

As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.

Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.

Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.

His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.
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