**Ghanaian Socialite Pleads Guilty to $100m Online Scam in the US** A prominent Ghanaian socialite, Derrick Van Yeboah, has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a massive online scam that targeted victims in the United States. According to the FBI, Van Yeboah was part of a sophisticated international network that carried out romance scams and business email compromise, swindling over $100 million from unsuspecting victims. The 40-year-old socialite appeared before a judge at the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, where he admitted to conspiracy to commit wire fraud. This development comes as a significant blow to Van Yeboah's reputation, which has been built on his high-profile social media presence and connections in Ghana. The scam, which was primarily based in Ghana, targeted elderly men and women in the US through fake online relationships. Victims were deceived into believing they were in genuine relationships with people who used fake identities created by the group. Once trust was established, the conspirators would persuade their victims to send money or assist in laundering funds obtained from other victims. The group also carried out business email compromise scams, tricking companies into wiring money to accounts controlled by the criminal network. The organisation's proceeds, totaling over $100 million, were eventually transferred to West Africa. The US authorities have been cracking down on online scams, and this case is a testament to their efforts. As Nigerians, we are not immune to these types of scams, and it's essential to be vigilant when dealing with online relationships or unsolicited business opportunities. In recent years, there have been several cases of Nigerians falling victim to online scams, with losses running into millions of naira. The Ghanaian government has also been working to combat online scams, but more needs to be done to protect its citizens and those of other countries. Van Yeboah's guilty plea is a significant step towards bringing the perpetrators of this scam to justice. As the US authorities continue to investigate and prosecute those involved, it's crucial that we remain aware of the dangers of online scams and take necessary precautions to protect ourselves and our loved ones.