Medikal Hypes Shatta Wale At NDC Concert, Proceeds To Perform Stonebwoy's Song

Medikal Hypes Shatta Wale At NDC Concert, Proceeds To Perform Stonebwoy's Song

  • Medikal performed at the victory concert in celebration of the NDC' victory in last year's presidential election
  • His performance was confirmed and announced shortly after organisers dropped Stonebwoy from the lineup
  • Shatta Wale's and Medikal's remarks before and during the NDC show have stoked discussion on social media
  • YEN.com.gh spoke to entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh about Medikal's act at the NDC's event

Ghanaian rapper Medikal was one of several artists who performed at the National Democratic Congress' victory concert in Accra.

The event organisers billed several musicians, including Stonebwoy, for their line-up but dropped him moments before the show.

Shatta Wale, Ghana, NDC Victory concert, Lydia Forson, Stonebwoy, Medikal
Medikal excites fans with his remarks about Shatta Wale as he performs at the NDC victory concert. Photo source: ShattaWale, Stonebwoy, Medikal
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The organisers issued a statement explaining that they were forced to drop Stonebwoy due to pressure from the NDC's supporters, who did not approve of the Jejereje hitmaker because he did not rally behind the party.

The decision enraged many entertainment industry professionals, including Lydia Forson, who said:

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"If they felt so strongly about not having him perform, they shouldn’t have booked him in the first place. But to book an artist and later rescind because people don’t like the idea is bad optics. If Stone has a contract in place, hope you know he may still get paid."

Speaking to YEN.com.gh, entertainment analyst, Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh shared his thoughts on Medikal's performance saying,

"He's a collaborator on the song so you can exoect him to perform it. For his motive behind the song, he did what he did and the fans can he the judge of that always. What's more cruical is that he knows what such an act could communicate but at this point the vibe with Shatta Wale will make him not consider everyhing else."

NDC favours Medikal after dropping Stonebwoy

Moments after the decision to drop Stonebwoy, the organisers of the NDC's victory concert announced Medikal as a performing act.

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Medikal's crony, Shatta Wale, shared his excitement about the rapper's new gig on social media.

“When the people love you, their support becomes the wind beneath your wings, lifting you to heights you could never reach alone. Go and show dem why u be my real G 🚀🚀✈️ @Medikalbyk."

His remarks come after a long-standing fierce banter with his rival Stonebwoy whose fans were not pleased with the NDC's decision.

Medikal hypes Shatta Wale on stage

During the NDC victory concert held on January 5, Medikal unpacked a slew of hit songs from his well-seasoned catalogue.

In a video sighted by YEN.com.gh, the rapper dedicated some time from his performance to hail Shatta Wale after his impressive stint with Vybz Kartel.

Medikal rallied the audience at the NDC concert to sing Shatta Wale's praises after his landmark performance at the 35k-capacity National Stadium in Jamaica. His performance became a highlight after the show.

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"Big shoutouts to his excellency Mahama. Big Shout out to the whole family and team here. And I want to say Big shoutouts to Shatta Wale, wherever he is. He made Ghana proud. It was his dream to do this, and we see it happening."

The musician proceeded to perform Sotnebwoy's smash hit Kpo Keke which features him, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes and Kelvynboy.

Shatta Wale to arrive in Ghana

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Shatta Wale had confirmed he would return home on January 6 after his historic trip to Jamaica.

Scores of Shatta Movement fans said they planned to storm the Kotoka International Airport for the artist's grand arrival this week.

Shatta Wale's manager later released a statement calling off the fan engagement at the airport due to unforeseen circumstances.

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Peter Ansah (Entertainment Editor) Ansah Peter is an entertainment editor who joined YEN.com.gh in September 2023. He studied Development Planning at KNUST, graduating in 2018. His professional career in entertainment journalism dates eight years back as a showbiz and arts blogger for the now-defunct motionhypegh.net, continuing to Muse Media Networks, acting as the editorial manager for the network's flagship multimedia platforms. He has also managed several PR roles with top clients, including Morgan Heritage. In 2024, Peter completed Google News Initiative courses in Advanced Digital Reporting and Fighting Misinformation