Award-winning Ghanaian dancehall star, Shatta Wale, remains in the custody of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) following his detention on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, in connection with investigations into the tax obligations of his yellow Lamborghini Urus. According to a statement from his management, the artiste voluntarily presented himself before EOCO officials, accompanied by his lawyer, Cephas Biyuo, to facilitate the inquiry.
On Thursday, August 21, 2025, Sammy Flex, his Public Relations Manager, visited the EOCO office to initiate proceedings.
The process of securing his bail, set at GH₵10 million with two sureties, is underway. The detention sparked protests on Thursday as devoted fans gathered outside EOCO’s headquarters in Accra, demanding his release. Videos circulating online showed supporters of the Ayoo hitmaker holding placards and chanting in solidarity with the SM boss. One fan, who declined to give his name, told reporters he had skipped work to join the demonstration, describing Shatta Wale’s music as a source of comfort during a difficult period in his life. “I came here early in the morning. I was supposed to go to work, but I am here to support Shatta Wale because I like him. It is not because of anything else. If it wasn’t for Shatta Wale, I would have been depressed after my mother’s death. He hasn’t given me any money. His songs have helped me,” he said. The supporter further stressed that the protest was not funded, but rather a display of loyalty, while expressing optimism that the charges against the musician would eventually be dropped.
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