Ghanaian football supporter Kailani Ibrahim Kpa, popularly known as “Powder Man,” has appeared before the Accra Circuit Court over an alleged visa fraud case involving more than US$30,000 and more than 13 people. The court has granted him GH¢400,000 bail, with the case adjourned to September 28, 2026.
Ibrahim is accused of collecting money from individuals after allegedly promising to facilitate their travel to countries including Canada, the United States and Nicaragua.
The journeys reportedly failed to materialise, leading to complaints and a police investigation.
The Ghana Police Service’s Documentation and Visa Fraud Unitis reported to have arrested Ibrahim on August 24 at East Legon in Accra. He subsequently appeared before the court on August 26 as the allegations entered the judicial process.
The bail conditions require three sureties. One must be justified, while the other two are required to be close family relatives. The court has fixed September 28 for the next stage of proceedings.
Ibrahim has disputed aspects of the allegations. In a social media post before his court appearance, he said he had gone to the police himself and maintained that he had transferred money to travel agents.
He also denied stealing from anyone. His account is a response to the allegations and has yet to be tested fully through the court process.
The case has attracted particular attention because Ibrahim became widely known during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Videos of him supporting Ghana’s Black Stars while spraying white powder in the stands went viral, earning him the nickname “Powder Man” and making him one of the tournament’s most recognisable Ghanaian fans.
Separate claims from individuals who say they paid money for travel arrangements have also emerged. However, the amounts reported by different outlets vary, with some reports referring to additional alleged transactions beyond the more than US$30,000 cited in the main case. Those claims have not been established as facts by the court.
For now, the central issue before the court is whether the allegations against Ibrahim can be proven. He remains presumed innocent unless and until a court finds him guilty.
