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Ghanaian actor and filmmaker Joseph Van Vicker has sued fellow actor Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lil Win, for GH¢10 million over alleged defamatory statements made in a Facebook video.
In a suit filed at the High Court in Accra, Van Vicker is seeking damages, a public retraction and apology, legal costs, and an injunction to prevent Lil Win from repeating the allegedly defamatory statements.
The legal action stems from a Facebook video published with the caption, “LIL WIN BANS VAN VICKER FROM ACTING IN KUMASI!”
According to Van Vicker’s statement of claim, Lil Win allegedly accused him of lying about him, failing to honour a professional commitment and ignoring five telephone calls.
The video also reportedly addressed the film Journey to Africa, suggesting that Van Vicker’s continued involvement in the production would depend on him showing remorse.
Van Vicker Denies Allegations
Van Vicker argues that the statements portrayed him as dishonest and unprofessional while creating the impression that he had been barred from acting in Kumasi’s Kumawood film industry.
He denies the allegations and contends that the publication was malicious and intended to draw attention to Lil Win’s film project.
These claims form part of Van Vicker’s case and have yet to be determined by the court.
As part of the reliefs being sought, the actor wants the court to order Lil Win to publish a retraction and apology on news portals for four consecutive weeks. He is asking that the apology receive the same prominence as the original publication.
He is also seeking an injunction against further publication of the allegedly defamatory material, alongside damages and legal costs.
Suit Cites Emotional Distress and Safety Concerns
The statement of claim, dated October 10, 2026, further alleges that the Facebook video caused Van Vicker considerable distress and anxiety.
He claims that he cancelled planned business trips to Kumasi because of concerns about his personal safety following the publication.
The suit was filed at the General Jurisdiction Division of the High Court in Accra.
According to the writ of summons, Lil Win is required to enter an appearance within eight days of being served.
Lil Win Yet to Respond Publicly
As of the time of publication, Lil Win had not publicly responded to the lawsuit.
The case brings a dispute between two prominent figures in Ghana’s film industry before the courts. Its outcome will depend on the evidence presented and the court’s determination of the allegations.
Van Vicker’s demands, including the GH¢10 million in damages and the requested apology, remain claims before the court and are not yet judicial findings.
