Hundreds of fans of dancehall artiste Shatta Wale are still massing up at the forecourt of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in Accra, demanding his immediate release.
The charged crowd blocked sections of the road, staging wild motorbike displays while chanting “Free Shatta Wale” as EOCO officials continued deliberations with the musician’s legal team and management over bail conditions.
Many of the fans, who described the award-winning artiste as their “king,” vowed not to disperse until he is freed. “We will sleep here if we have to. Shatta must be freed,” some told Adom News.
Musician Bullet, who joined the gathering in solidarity, defended Shatta Wale’s flamboyant lifestyle, insisting it reflects the profitability of Ghana’s music industry. He also appealed to authorities to grant his colleague bail.
Adom News reporter Shine Acquah, who is stationed at the EOCO premises, reports that security has been heightened to control the growing crowd.
Shatta Wale’s current troubles with EOCO stem from investigations into tax issues. The artiste, born Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., was invited on Wednesday, August 20, to assist with ongoing probes.
His detention has, however, triggered a massive wave of support from his loyal fan base, the “Shatta Movement,” which has a history of rallying in defence of the star whenever he faces controversy.
Source: Adomonline
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