Stonebwoy Faces Backlash As He Throws Heavy Shade at Shatta Wale Over EOCO Saga
- Stonebwoy faced backlash after shading rival Shatta Wale in his new EP, teasing him over his recent legal troubles with EOCO
- EOCO detained Shatta Wale on August 20, 2025, after his Lamborghini Urus was linked to a jailed fraudster, before being released on GH₵5 million bail
- Ghanaians on social media accused Stonebwoy of clout chasing, with many defending Shatta Wale and criticising the shade in his song Deeper
- Speaking with YEN.com.gh, music business executive and international marketing specialist, Emmanuel Bonney addressed the controversy
Reggae and dancehall superstar Stonebwoy received heavy backlash on social media after shading his main rival, Shatta Wale, over his recent legal woes.
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Shatta Wale, Ghana’s self-styled dancehall king, grabbed online attention after he was detained by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) on August 20, 2025, following an investigation into his purchase of a yellow 2019 Lamborghini Urus.
The EOCO seized the vehicle after a raid on the musician’s home in May, during which he agreed to surrender it into their custody.
According to reports, the car had been linked to a Ghanaian national, Nana Kwabena Amuah, who has been jailed in the United States for fraud.
Shatta Wale remained in EOCO custody for a day and was released on GH₵ 5 million bail with two sureties on August 21.
Many Shatta Movement fans massed up at the EOCO premises after his detention, demanding his release and claiming he was the victim of persecution.
Below is a TikTok video of Shatta Wale's fans at EOCO after he was detained.
Stonebwoy trolls Shatta Wale over EOCO arrest
On Monday, September 8, Stonebwoy released a new Extended Play (EP) titled The Torcher.
One single on the EP, Deeper, appeared to address Shatta Wale’s recent legal trouble.
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Stonebwoy sang in Deeper that he has never had his property seized by EOCO, an apparent reference to Shatta Wale’s troubles.
The duo has had a heated rivalry for over a decade as they battled for the title of Ghana’s foremost dancehall superstar.
The Twitter post of Stonebwoy’s apparent Shatta Wale shade is below.
Ghanaians blast Stonebwoy over Shatta Wale shade
YEN.com.gh compiled some reactions to the video of Stonebwoy shading Shatta Wale over his legal woes with EOCO.
Blaq Phäsè said:
"Before he would get Shatta Wale's attention di3 he for buy Rolls-Royce. By force clout chasing."
ChroniQa wrote:
"Efo wants to use Shatta Wale to promote this Banku EP."
BiG DreaM commented:
"Alidu go come live tonight 😂😂😂😂."
Kay Sarp♻️🇬🇭🇺🇲 said:
"See some Jon bi. Was that line necessary?. Keep hating while Shatta Wale makes hits, the shows, the international recognitions & awards...tsw!"
Cyril Jay Klevs wrote:
"Because his property ain't worthy enough to get EOCO's attention... Man is just bitter 😂."
Queen Shatta commented:
"Na which property is he talking about? EOCO doesn’t chase poor guys oooo dear, they are after those rich ones."
Joey said:
"When Shatta throws shade, he dey cook. When Stonebwoy throws shade, he be Jon. Hypocritology 102 👍."
Music executive addresses Stonebwoy's Shatta Wale shade
In an interview with YEN.com.gh, music executive and founder of BEKOFI Creative, Emmanuel Bonney, said the decision by Stonebwoy was a savvy one for promotional reasons but could also have some drawbacks.
"Stonebwoy’s decision to take a swipe at Shatta Wale on Deeper fuels the long-running rivalry narrative that keeps both artists relevant, drives conversation around the Torcher EP, and taps into fanbase loyalty, but it also risks overshadowing the music itself by framing it more around a 'beef' song than artistry," he said.
Stonebwoy links up with Rick Ross
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Stonebwoy linked up with American rapper, Rick Ross, in Miami.
In a viral video, the two could be seen having fun as they danced and drank champagne while music played in the background.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
