Shatta Wale, a Ghanaian dancehall musician, has been held by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) as part of continuing investigations into significant financial crimes.
The Ayoo hitmaker voluntarily reported to EOCO’s headquarters on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, and was probed.
According to people familiar with the matter, Shatta Wale is being investigated for alleged money laundering, possession of suspected illicit proceeds, tax fraud, and tax evasion.
Although EOCO has yet to issue an official comment, news of his incarceration has sparked extensive online debate, with both supporters and critics keeping a careful eye on events.
The probe is anticipated to examine if the musician violated Ghana’s anti-money laundering and tax statutes.
If proven guilty, he may face serious legal consequences, including prosecution.
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Shatta Wale’s manager, Samuel Atuobi Baah, also known as Sammy Flex, confirmed his client’s imprisonment on tax-related charges. The musician was granted bail of GH¢10 million with two sureties after responding to an official invitation from EOCO on Wednesday. Management is actively working on meeting the bail terms.
The case is also linked to the contentious purchase of Shatta Wale’s yellow 2019 Lamborghini, which was earlier seized by authorities on suspicion of being involved in a larger financial scam in the United States. EOCO is currently investigating any anomalies in his tax responsibilities on the fancy car.
In a statement, Shatta Wale’s management assured fans that his legal team is fully involved and actively cooperating with authorities. The statement read,
They are taking all necessary procedures to ensure his release at the earliest moment.
Management also urged Shatta Movement supporters to be calm and avoid speculating as the court process unfolds.
