Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Charles Nii Armah Mensah Junior popularly known as Shatta Wale has responded to a public apology issued by a member of the NPP Communications Team, Awal Mohammed.
Awal described his remarks as a slip of the tongue following social media backlash.
“I appeared on JoyNews yesterday for the morning show, and during the discussion , while criticising the government’s stringent bail conditions, I inadvertently referred to a section of Shatta Wale’s supporters as ‘junkies’. I want to clarify that I didn’t intend to insult or belittle anyone. The term was completely unnecessary, and I am truly sorry for any offence caused. I respect the passion and loyalty of fans, and my choice of words was wrong. I sincerely apologise.” The communicator wrote.
In response, Shatta Wale accepted the apology and stated that “Apology noted. If we truly want to move forward as a country, then the selective criticism, coded insults, and subtle disrespect towards certain voices must end — from media houses to boardrooms, from talk shows to political spaces.”
“But let this be clearly understood by everyone — the continuous tarnishing of Shatta Wale’s brand MUST stop. For years, Shatta Wale has carried the voice of the streets, the youth, the forgotten, and the misunderstood. He has represented Ghana globally, created jobs, inspired millions, and built movements where systems failed. Yet some media men, commentators, and people in high places find comfort in attacking his name as if it is sport.” The President of Shatta Movement stated.
“This is bigger than music. This is about respect, fairness, and national maturity.”
Let it be known today:
The Shatta Movement is not weak.
The people are not ignorant.
And the patience of the masses is not unlimited.
We have watched.
We have endured.
But we are also organized.
And yes — if the system keeps failing the people, the people can organize politically.
Not with noise, but with numbers.
Not with hate, but with truth.
And trust me — we will win, because the ordinary Ghanaian already knows how they are living.
This is not a threat.
This is a reminder of reality.
Like it or not, when you keep attacking a symbol that represents millions, everybody will feel it — socially, culturally, and democratically.
Let us choose respect.
Let us choose fairness.
Let us choose progress.
Because whether in music, business, or leadership —
the voice of the people will always rise.
Source: Elvisanokye.com