Fraud and security consultant Richard Kumadoe has cautioned dancehall artiste Shatta Wale to exercise restraint in his ongoing case with the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO).
He stressed that the matter is far more serious than a musical feud.
Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Mr Kumadoe explained that the case extends beyond EOCO’s jurisdiction because of its international implications.
He noted that Shatta Wale, being a public figure and celebrity, was treated with some discretion but worsened his situation by publicising details on social media.
According to him, the alleged offence involves “a highly sensitive person in the US,” hence the focus on the artiste’s luxury vehicle.
“The case was beyond EOCO because Shatta is a statesman and a celebrity, and they had an agreement regarding the car, which was not towed. They did not consider bringing the charges they had against him to the public; it was Shatta himself who made it public on social media.
“This suggests that the crime he committed is against a highly sensitive individual in the U.S., which is why there is interest in the car. From the moment he was named a person of interest—whether positively or negatively—it indicates that his associations and actions matter. Someone should have advised Shatta to stop talking and let the lawyers handle the situation.
“However, the way he is approaching this issue is not just a musical feud; we are dealing with a state department. Someone needs to speak to him, or this behavior is likely to create more problems for him,” Mr Kumadoe said.
Shatta Wale, born Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., was invited by EOCO on Wednesday, August 20, to assist with investigations into tax-related issues. He has since been granted bail of GH₵10 million with two sureties, each to be justified.
Source: Adomonline
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