Ghanaian singer Wendy Shay has addressed the controversy surrounding her refusal of a drink during a visit to the Ga Mantse’s palace, stressing that her actions were guided entirely by medical advice and not meant to offend tradition.
During an interview with Okay FM, the ‘Heaven’ singer said she visited the palace to show respect before one of her performances, emphasizing her belief in honouring traditional leadership.
“I went to the palace because that was the third time I was doing a show on his land, so I felt it was right for me to go and see him. I do believe everything has a head. There’s a leader and a head everywhere you find yourself, so you need to give that respect,” she explained.
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Wendy Shay clarified that the drink offered to her was Schnapp, not water, and her medication prohibited her from consuming any alcohol.
“What was offered to me wasn’t water. I think it was Schnapp, and I had taken medicine. I wasn’t supposed to take in alcohol or anything alcoholic due to the medication I was on. It wasn’t as if I was disrespecting them, and I really respect traditions,” she said.
The singer added that her doctor’s instructions were strict because she needed to remain in top condition for her upcoming show.
“Because I had a show coming up, I needed to be fit, that’s why my doctor instructed me not to take alcohol. My doctor strictly instructed me not to even let alcohol on my tongue; that’s why I rejected it,” Wendy Shay concluded.
