Shatta Wale Released From EOCO's Custody After Detention, Sammy Flex Confirms

• Shatta Wale has successfully secured his release from the EOCO's custody after meeting his bail conditions
• The artist's PRO, Sammy Flex, made the announcement in front of the fans who converged at the crime body
• Shatta Wale's release from EOCO custody comes a day after he was detained over alleged financial misdeeds
• YEN.com.gh spoke to entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh about Shatta Wale's detention and release from EOCO headquarters

Dancehall musician Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, has been released from the custody of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) after his detention.

Reports indicate that the On God hit-maker had met his bail conditions and was set to leave the headquarters of the agency.

A video also shared by his PRO, Sammy Flex, on Facebook showed members of Shatta Wale's management and others, including retired footballer Prince Tagoe and former SM Militants member Captan, celebrating at the EOCO premises.

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In a Facebook Story video, Sammy Flex officially confirmed the SM Boss's release to the numerous fans who had converged in front of the EOCO headquarters.

He also stated that Shatta Wale had secretly exited the premises and gone home, and was set to address the fans in a TikTok Live session.

Sammy Flex's announcement triggered a negative response from the disappointed fans, who had hoped to see the dancehall musician depart the premises with his team and other associates after his release from custody.

Most of them refused to believe the news and chanted that they had no intention of leaving the entrance of the EOCO headquarters late in the evening.

Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh on Shatta and EOCO saga

Speaking to YEN.com.gh, entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh shared his thoughts on Shatta Wale's detention and release from EOCO's custody over the issues surrounding the purchase of his yellow Lamborghini Urus and how it could dent his brand.

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He said:

"Economic crimes are a big deal, so when a star like Shatta Wale is detained, it has a big effect. It can potentially stall deals and put restrictions on him. I hope he clears this from his name quickly."

Watch the video below:

The video of Sammy Flex confirming Shatta Wale's release is below:

Shatta Wale's bail conditions reduced before release

Addressing the media, Sammy Flex announced that Shatta Wale's bail amount was reduced from GH¢10 million to GH¢5 million with two sureties before his release from the EOCO's custody.

The Public Relations Manager of the SM boss also expressed gratitude to the fans and other sympathisers who visited the EOCO headquarters to show their support for the musician and demand his release on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

Why was Shatta Wale detained by EOCO?

In a press statement on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, the management of Shatta Wale announced that he had been detained by the Economic and Organised Crime Office in connection with investigations into the purchase of his 2019 Lamborghini Urus.

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The dancehall musician's detention comes weeks after the agency visited his Trasacco Valley home and seized the car after a request from the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the US Department of Justice.

The security agencies had linked Shatta Wale's car to a Ghanaian man named Nana Kwabena Amuah, who is currently serving an 86-month (seven-year) jail term in the US over some financial crimes.

Reactions to Shatta Wale's release from EOCO

YEN.com.gh has gathered some comments from social media users below:

Adom Peace Ekem commented:

"This is not a movie. Wow, Shatta to the whole wide world. SM for life."

Mc Innocent Kwadwo said:

"They were waiting for him to throw money on them, not an announcement."

Ato Apronti wrote:

"Settings. The supporters know that the police want them to leave before Shatta is whisked away. 🤔"

Maali speaks after Shatta Wale's EOCO detention

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Maali spoke as the musician was held at the EOCO headquarters for interrogation over the purchase of his yellow Lamborghini Urus.

In a social media post, the musician's baby mama expressed her full support for her boyfriend amid his detention. She also sent a stern message to Shatta Wale's critics.

Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh