Ghanaian reggae and Kuchoko musician Blakk Rasta has warned that more Ghanaian artistes will soon be unmasked for alleged involvement in criminal activities, including car theft and the purchase of stolen vehicles and items.
His comments come in the wake of the detention of dancehall star Shatta Wale by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) over an ongoing investigation into a 2019 Lamborghini Urus, which has been linked to an international fraud case.
Speaking on the matter, Blakk Rasta described Shatta Wale’s arrest as only the beginning, alleging that other prominent artistes are also implicated.
“This is not the end of artistes involved in criminal activities such as car theft and buying stolen cars and objects. There are more artistes in Ghana who will be exposed. Shatta is not the only one. I feel like mentioning names, but I will not,” he stated.
The outspoken musician added that some individuals operating under the guise of musicians should be described as “criminals” rather than artistes, given their alleged involvement in illegal dealings.
Blakk Rasta’s remarks follow a series of disclosures by EOCO regarding Shatta Wale’s alleged links to a fraud-related asset trail.
According to an EOCO statement, the Lamborghini Urus in Wale’s possession was flagged by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) as part of assets acquired through a $4 million fraud scheme. The scheme was masterminded by Ghanaian national Nana Kwabena Amuah, who is currently serving a prison sentence in the United States.
Investigators revealed that Shatta Wale could not provide credible ownership documents. The only available paperwork—a customs declaration form—was not in his name but that of Amuah, the jailed fraudster.
When questioned, the musician reportedly said he purchased the car “from the street,” possibly from a man known only as “Zak,” who allegedly contacted him via WhatsApp. Shatta Wale further admitted that he no longer has the seller’s details.
The incident has triggered strong reactions among Shatta Wale’s fanbase. Many supporters gathered at EOCO’s office in Accra to demand his release.
The musician has since been granted bail of GHS 10 million with two sureties, though his legal team is still working to satisfy all conditions.
Meanwhile, EOCO has confirmed that Wale’s detention forms part of a broader international probe aimed at uncovering accomplices, collaborators, and assets linked to Amuah’s fraud operations.
Blakk Rasta’s warning suggests that Shatta Wale’s situation may be only the beginning of a much larger scandal within Ghana’s entertainment industry.
If true, the allegations could deal a major blow to the public image of some of Ghana’s most celebrated performers, while also raising questions about how deeply the proceeds of fraud, money laundering, and car theft may have penetrated the music sector.
For now, neither Blakk Rasta nor EOCO has released the names of other artistes under investigation. However, his statement has sparked widespread debate on social media, with fans and critics speculating about who else may be involved.
As investigations continue, the case has become one of the most high-profile clashes between Ghana’s entertainment industry and law enforcement in recent years. While Shatta Wale’s immediate fate hinges on legal proceedings, Blakk Rasta’s comments indicate that the storm surrounding this issue may only just be beginning.
