Ghanaian musician Mzbel has revealed that she traveled to the Northern Region of Ghana and crossed into Benin several times in a bid to spiritually curse a UK-based Ghanaian, Janice Inez Mensah, who she accuses of scamming her out of GH¢1.2 million. According to Mzbel, the pressure to act came from people who had entrusted their money to her, some of whom threatened to expose her on social media or take other action if she failed to recover their funds. This pressure drove her to explore every option available to her, including spiritual ones.
Mzbel, born Belinda Nana Ekua Amoah, made these revelations on the September 19, 2026 edition of UTV's United Showbiz. She claimed that despite repeatedly cursing Janice, including daily rituals whenever she used water, nothing has happened to the accused woman. Mzbel said that she went to Benin because of her money and that people were putting pressure on her. She added that Janice would only occasionally send about GH¢5,000 through the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) for her.
The alleged fraud dates back to 2025, when Mzbel says she was defrauded through a scheme promising overseas jobs for Ghanaian youth. The case reached the Accra Circuit Court on June 5, 2025, where prosecutors said Mzbel lost GH¢829,637 and £30,028.53 in a scheme allegedly orchestrated by Janice Inez Mensah. Mzbel advertised the opportunity on her social media platforms, mobilizing 26 followers who, between March and May 2025, transferred large sums to Janice and her associates before the funds were withdrawn without any jobs materializing.
Mzbel's spiritual efforts came after legal avenues yielded limited results. She said she took the matter to court, which led to the arrest of Janice's brothers in Ghana, to whom she said she had personally paid money. However, the case was thrown out after the court found no evidence that the brothers knew the transaction was fraudulent. This has left Mzbel feeling frustrated and seeking alternative means of obtaining justice.
The case highlights the difficulty of recovering funds through the courts without documentary evidence linking suspects to a scam. For ordinary Ghanaians who fall victim to similar scams, particularly those tied to promises of overseas employment, the case underscores the challenges they face in seeking redress. Mzbel's account also highlights how some Ghanaians still turn to traditional spiritual practices, including cross-border juju rituals, when they feel justice is delayed or unattainable.
Sources have not indicated whether Mzbel plans further legal action against Janice Inez Mensah or whether EOCO's recovery efforts are ongoing. No timeline for further developments in the case has been given. The case has sparked a wider conversation about the need for greater awareness and protection for victims of scams and fraud in Ghana.
Mzbel's ordeal is a stark reminder of the devastating impact of scams and fraud on individuals and communities. Her story serves as a cautionary tale for those seeking opportunities abroad and highlights the importance of verifying the authenticity of such opportunities before investing. As the case continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether Mzbel will ultimately obtain justice and recover her lost funds.
Key points
- Musician Mzbel traveled to Ghana's Northern Region and Benin to spiritually curse Janice Inez Mensah, a UK-based Ghanaian accused of scamming her of GH¢1.2 million.
- The case highlights the challenges faced by victims of scams and fraud in Ghana, particularly in recovering funds through the courts.
- Mzbel's story serves as a cautionary tale for those seeking opportunities abroad, emphasizing the importance of verifying the authenticity of such opportunities before investing.
