Shatta Wale Sues Black Rasta for Defamation, Demands GH¢100 Million in Damages
Award-winning Ghanaian musician Shatta Wale has initiated legal action against broadcaster and former musician Black Rasta, accusing him of defamation over comments made in a viral video.
According to court documents filed on January 15 by Shatta Wale’s lawyers, Robert Smith Law and Group, the suit stems from a publication attributed to Black Rasta in which the musician was described as “Shatta Wale, self-confessed King of fraud.” Shatta Wale contends that the statement is false, malicious, and damaging to his reputation.
In the statement of claim, the dancehall artiste argues that the remarks, made in a video titled “SHATTA WALE, SELF CONFESSED KING OF FRAUD,” portray him as dishonest and criminal, thereby exposing him to public ridicule, hatred, and contempt. He insists the publication has harmed his brand, credibility, and business interests both locally and internationally.
As part of the reliefs being sought, Shatta Wale is asking the court to:
- Declare the statements and comments made by Black Rasta in the said video as defamatory
- Order a full retraction and unqualified apology from the defendant
- Award GH¢100 million in damages for the alleged defamation
The case adds to the long-running tension between the two outspoken public figures, whose clashes have often played out in the media space. As of now, Black Rasta has not publicly responded to the lawsuit.
The matter is expected to test the boundaries between freedom of expression and defamation within Ghana’s media and entertainment landscape as the court processes the claims.
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