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    Papa LincBy Papa LincJune 3, 2025No Comments3 Mins Read0 Views
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    From L to R: Kwaw Kese, Shatta Wale, Medikal and Mona4reall From L to R: Kwaw Kese, Shatta Wale, Medikal and Mona4reall

    The lives of musicians may often seem glamorous and carefree, but behind the fame and flashing lights, they are human like everyone else.  

    Fame does not exempt them from the law, when they break it, they face the same legal consequences as any ordinary citizen. 

    Over the years, several Ghanaian musicians have found themselves on the wrong side of the law, resulting in arrests, court cases, and even prison time. 

    Below, let’s take a look at some well-known Ghanaian musicians who have served jail time for various offenses: 

    Gemann 

    Nana Kwasi Agyemang, popularly known as Gemann, was once a celebrated musician and dancer in Ghana.  

    However, his life took a tragic turn in 1995 when he shot and killed a taxi driver during an altercation. 

    He was sentenced to death by hanging but later had his sentence commuted. After serving 14 years in prison, Gemann was granted a presidential pardon in 2009. Following his release, he turned his life around and is now a pastor. 

    Kwaw Kese 

    In 2014, rapper Kwaw Kese was arrested in Kumasi for publicly smoking a substance believed to be Indian hemp.

    He spent time at the Kumasi Central Prison before being granted bail. 

    Eventually, the court sentenced him to one day in jail and imposed a fine of GH₵1,200, which he paid.

    Though his jail time was brief, the incident was a major talking point in the media and marked a significant moment in his life. 

     

    Showboy 

    Sam Safo, known in music circles as Showboy, was sentenced to six years in prison in the United States for his role in a violent altercation in 2016. 

    During a fight in an apartment in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Showboy was caught on video stabbing the victim multiple times, in the chest, armpit, and behind the ear, and biting his face.  

    He was convicted of aggravated battery by the Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office. 

    After serving his sentence, Showboy was released in 2023 and deported to Ghana. 

    Medikal 

    Rapper Medikal, born Samuel Adu Frimpong, faced legal trouble in October 2021 after he posted a video on Snapchat showing a Ruger 9mm pistol while sitting in his car. 

    He was arrested and charged with the unlawful display of arms and ammunition. Medikal was remanded into prison custody for five days before being released. 

    Shatta Wale 

    In October 2021, dancehall artiste Shatta Wale was arrested for spreading false news about his own death, claiming he had been shot. 

    This claim, according to the police was said to have intended to cause fear and panic. 

    Shatta was held in custody for a week before being granted bail. Later, he pleaded guilty to publishing false information and was fined GH₵2,000. 

    Mona4Reall 

    Ghanaian socialite and musician Mona Montrage, popularly known as Mona4Reall, was arrested in the UK in November 2022 in connection with an $8 million romance scam. 

    She pleaded guilty in February 2024 to conspiring to receive stolen funds, with reports indicating that over $2 million in fraudulent proceeds had passed through her accounts. 

    On June 28, 2024, Mona4Reall was sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison, along with three years of supervised release. She completed her sentence and was released on May 22, 2025.

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