Award-winning dancehall artist Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, has initiated a defamation lawsuit against social commentator Abubakar Ahmed, widely known as Black Rasta, seeking ₵100 million in damages.
The suit, filed on January 15, 2026, at the High Court by Robert Smith Law Group, stems from a video publication allegedly made by Black Rasta and titled “Shatta Wale, Confessed King of Fraud.”
According to the statement of case, Shatta Wale contends that the publication is false, malicious, and defamatory, and has caused significant harm to his reputation both locally and internationally.
Reliefs Sought
The plaintiff is asking the court for:
- A declaration that the statements and comments made in the video are defamatory.
- An order directing the defendant to immediately and permanently remove the said video and all related content from his social media platforms.
- An order restraining Black Rasta, his agents, or assigns from further publishing or circulating defamatory statements about the plaintiff.
- A public retraction and unqualified apology, to be posted on the defendant’s social media platforms and published as a full-page apology in the Daily Graphic, Ghanaian Times, and Graphic Showbiz.
- General damages amounting to ₵100 million for reputational harm.
Plaintiff’s Claims
Shatta Wale argues that the statements made by the defendant, whether directly or by innuendo, falsely portrayed him as dishonest and morally reprehensible.
He states that the publication suggests he engages in or promotes internet fraud—an allegation he says is not only false but deeply damaging, given national efforts to combat cybercrime.
The musician further contends that the comments portray him as:
- An individual lacking integrity and honesty
- A person with malicious intentions toward the public
- An opportunist motivated solely by selfish interests
- Someone who deceives people by putting up false appearances
According to the plaintiff, the statements were naturally and ordinarily understood by right-thinking members of society to mean that he is untrustworthy and engaged in criminal conduct.
Reach and Impact of the Publication
In support of his claim, Shatta Wale notes that the video gained significant traction shortly after publication:
- Over 150,000 views, more than 1,000 comments, and 6,000 likes on Facebook within 24 hours
- Over 27,000 views, 40+ comments, and 600 likes on YouTube
He argues that the wide circulation amplified the alleged damage to his reputation.
Status of the Case
As of the time of filing, Black Rasta has not publicly responded to the lawsuit. The matter is expected to proceed through the court process.
By Paqmdiagh/Peter Quao Adattor
