Ghanaian musician and socialite Hajia4Reall, born Mona Faiz Montrage, is awaiting sentencing today, June 28, 2024, in a US court following her guilty plea to internet fraud charges.
Her legal team has requested a three-month sentence, highlighting her role as a single mother deeply involved in her child’s life. In contrast, the US Attorney’s Office is advocating for a full 37-month term, citing precedent and the need for deterrence.
Hajia4Reall has implicated Loveman Allison, her daughter’s father, as the individual who introduced her to internet fraud. She recounted meeting Allison in 2015 in the United States, where their relationship took a turn when she discovered his involvement in fraudulent activities. According to her statement, Allison introduced her to these schemes, leading to her eventual participation.
Emphasizing Allison’s lack of responsibility as a father, Hajia4Reall has pleaded for a shorter sentence, expressing concerns about the potential impact of her absence on their daughter.
The charges against Hajia4Reall include conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering conspiracy, money laundering, receipt of stolen money, and conspiracy to receive stolen cash. These charges carry significant potential prison terms, reflecting the severity of the alleged $2 million romance scam in which she reportedly received substantial wire transfers.
Hajia4Reall’s extradition from the United Kingdom followed her arrest and paved the way for her to face these charges in the United States.
As the court deliberates on her sentencing, the case has drawn considerable attention, underscoring broader implications regarding internet fraud and its consequences.
