Many public figures in the industry have some sort of spiritual backing

Ghanaian media personality, Vida Adutwumwaa, has stated that most public figures, especially in the creative arts industry, have resorted to spiritual means to protect themselves against attacks from their peers.

In a discussion on United Showbiz on April 12, 2025, about spiritual attacks in the creative arts industry, Adutwumwaa described the reports by creatives about spiritual attacks as ‘the tip of the iceberg.’

“What people have been saying about spirituality in the creative arts industry is just the tip of the iceberg. In this work we do, many artistes rely on spiritual protection; some can’t even perform without invoking certain powers, even without drugs or alcohol,” she said.

She expressed her surprise about such practices happening in the gospel music industry, stating, “What’s strange is that this is the gospel industry; it should be about God, yet these things happen.”

Adutwumwaa attributed the trend to the business side of gospel music, where many artistes end up doing anything to get hit songs.

“I believe it is because of the business side. There are people who go to alternative spiritual sources just so their songs can become hits,” she added.

Citing various reports by some artistes, including Guru and Kweku Darlington, who have alleged spiritual attacks, even by members of their own entourage, Adutwumwaa warned that even artistes without conflicts aren’t safe.

“Many public figures have spiritual backing just for protection. If you think you’re safe because you have no beef, you’ll be surprised. Almost everyone has something guarding them. What you’ve heard so far is just small,” she said.

Her comments follow growing testimonies from gospel musician Cwesi Oteng, who had opened up about spiritual battles against him, including a case where someone took an album of his to a cemetery.

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