The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) headquarters in Accra turned into a rallying ground on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, as hundreds of fans of dancehall star Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr, popularly known as Shatta Wala, thronged the premises to show their solidarity during his detention.
Fans on motorbikes, chanting and smoking
Many of the fans arrived at EOCO on motorbikes, chanting his name and accusing authorities of “witch-hunting” the musician.
Some were even captured smoking openly at the premises while waiting for news of their idol’s fate.
“We will stay here till our king is free,” one fan shouted, as others waved placards and sang Shatta Wale‘s hit songs.
Several supporters claimed they spent the entire night outside EOCO until the artiste’s release.
Bullet’s weighs in
Industry players echoed the show of support. Ricky Nana Agyemang, popularly known as Bullet, manager of late singer Ebony, described the arrest as unfair.
“Shatta’s arrest is nothing but a witch-hunt,” he alleged.
Shatta Wale speaks after release
Shatta Wale was released after meeting bail conditions tied to investigations into his yellow 2019 Lamborghini Urus.
Initial reports suggested his bail was set at GH¢10 million with two sureties, but it was later reviewed to GH¢5 million.
After his release, the self-styled “One Don” went live on TikTok to thank his fans, team, and EOCO officials.
“One Don is safe, and I’m home now. I just want to say a big thank you for supporting me and being around me in times like this,” he said.
He also commended EOCO staff for their professionalism, “At least when I came there, you really took me through the rightful processes… I just want to say God bless you. Mr Raymond Archer, I want to thank you so much for your understanding.”
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Why EOCO is investigating
Shatta Wale was detained after voluntarily appearing at EOCO with his lawyer, Cephas Biyuo.
His arrest is linked to an ongoing probe into the Lamborghini Urus, which was earlier seized on suspicion of being tied to a broader $4 million financial scandal in the United States.
Investigators are also examining whether there were breaches of Ghana’s tax regulations relating to the luxury vehicle.
Supporters of Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale gathered at the offices of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) following his detention over an alleged investigation into his tax obligations.
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— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) August 21, 2025
In a dramatic turn of events, a Ga fetish priest has stormed the forefront of the Economic and Organized Crime Office in Accra, to invoke curses on the institution over the detention of Shatta Wale, who was invited for questioning yesterday. pic.twitter.com/1nHNYlaDGw
— SIKAOFFICIAL🦍 (@SIKAOFFICIAL1) August 21, 2025
Nima people Don land 😂😂🔥#FreeShattaWale pic.twitter.com/TH3QTFMKNR
— K.20(Old Timez) (@Ktwentty) August 21, 2025
I organised 50 men to EOCO to chant the release of Shatta Wale – A Shatta Wale fan#AdomSocials pic.twitter.com/aTu9zzINL8
— Adom 106.3 FM (@Adom1063fm) August 21, 2025
“The system is structured for celebrities and musicians to be poor” – Music Executive Bullet on the arrest of Shatta Wale, calling it a “witch-hunt.” #3NewsGH pic.twitter.com/ZuiRFE9N7T
— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) August 21, 2025
Live scenes from the forefront of the Economic and Organized Crime Office. pic.twitter.com/71zRIPLub7
— SIKAOFFICIAL🦍 (@SIKAOFFICIAL1) August 21, 2025
A TV3 intern reporter asked the most annoying question to a Shatta fan, and the fan got furious.
The fan went on to prove his loyalty—saying he’s a businessman, he makes his own money, but he’s here because Shattawale’s music saved him. Anytime he listens, he gets this special… pic.twitter.com/iNV1XRJ7y5
— Maqcoy Reports (@maqcoyreports) August 21, 2025
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