Daniel ‘Kofi’ Agyapong has rejected allegations that he was involved in the death of Janet Fordham, a British woman who lost her life savings to romance scammers before dying in a car crash in Ghana.

Romance Scam and Financial Ruin

Janet Fordham, a 69-year-old retired housekeeper, was financially devastated by fraudsters, including an individual posing as a British Army major. This left her with no money and living in a caravan on her son Martin’s farm in Devon, England.

Desperate and lonely following the death of her second husband, Janet traveled to West Africa in October 2022 after connecting with Daniel ‘Kofi’ Agyapong on Facebook.

Relationship and Plans for the Future

Agyapong claimed he could help Janet recover her stolen funds, and the two reportedly developed a romantic relationship, with plans to marry and establish a life together in Ghana.

Doubts and Allegations of Foul Play

The family of Janet Fordham has expressed skepticism regarding the circumstances surrounding her death, suggesting the possibility of foul play. They believe the car crash that resulted in her death was deliberately staged by fraudsters in Ghana after discovering she had exhausted her remaining funds.

Agyapong's Denial

Kofi Agyapong, 52, vehemently denies any involvement in Janet’s death, maintaining that their relationship was genuine. He told the Daily Mail that Janet was unhappy in the UK and found happiness with him in Ghana.

The couple had obtained a wedding license and were traveling to meet his family in Oti on Valentine’s Day 2023 when the accident occurred.

Details of the Crash

Agyapong described the crash, stating that another vehicle forced him to swerve, causing their car to overturn and collide with a tree. Janet, who was not wearing a seatbelt, sustained a fatal head injury, while Agyapong suffered neck injuries.

Investigation and Findings

An inquest revealed that Janet was targeted by scammers operating in the UK, Germany, Ghana, and the United States. Despite the family’s suspicions, Agyapong insists the crash was accidental and that he loved Janet deeply.

He expressed his grief, stating he misses her daily and wishes to visit her grave in England. He also refuted claims of financial motive, stating he lacks funds for medical bills and had no insurance.

Agyapong emphasized that Janet was happiest when with him in Ghana and that their relationship was based on mutual love and devotion. The Ghanaian police have investigated the incident, and Agyapong asserts there is no evidence of foul play.