Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale has opened up about his current relationship with Raymond Archer, the Executive Director of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), months after his controversial arrest.
The artiste was detained by EOCO on Wednesday, August 20, in connection with a Lamborghini Urus identified as proceeds of a $4 million fraud case investigated by the FBI and the U.S. Department of Justice.
According to EOCO, the luxury car was linked to Nana Kwabena Amuah, a Ghanaian currently serving a prison term in the U.S. for his role in a large-scale financial crime. The investigation forms part of a broader collaboration between Ghanaian and U.S. authorities to trace assets connected to the case.
At the request of U.S. investigators, EOCO began tracking the vehicle locally. The Lamborghini was eventually found in Shatta Wale’s possession and was seized in May 2025 as part of the ongoing probe.
Speaking on JoyPrime with George Quaye on Wednesday, October 15, Shatta Wale revealed that despite the controversy surrounding the incident, he and Raymond Archer have since developed a positive relationship — even describing him as his “best friend.”
“Raymond Archer is now my best friend because I feel God sent him for us to educate the people of Ghana,” Shatta Wale said. “And that’s what he did — he taught us how to buy cars appropriately, from the right sources.”
The multiple award-winning artist said the experience served as a divine lesson, teaching him and his fans the importance of verifying ownership and authenticity when purchasing property.
“People might think he arrested me and blah blah, but all what he did was God-ordained. He’s really opened our eyes to certain things. So I think it’s about time the youth become wise and know how to purchase properties,” he added.
Reflecting on the episode, Shatta Wale said it made him more cautious in business and personal transactions.
“Now, if I want to purchase something, I’ll be like, ‘Is it stolen?’” he said with a laugh.
The incident, which initially sparked public debate, has since evolved into a story of accountability, learning, and mutual respect between the artist and the EOCO boss — a development Shatta describes as “part of God’s plan.”
