Ghanaian Celebrities Who Faced Jail Sentences, Check Out Number 4

The daily activities of celebrities frequently appear to be glamorous and carefree, however they also go through some challenges such as facing jail sentences. Here are a list of Ghanaian celebrities who faced jail sentences.

Ghanaian Celebrities Who Faced Jail Sentences

Kwaw Kese (Emmanuel Kofi Botchwey)

In 2014, rapper Kwaw Kese found himself in legal difficulty after being detained in Kumasi for openly smoking a substance accepted to be Indian hemp. He was remanded in Kumasi Central Prison before being bailed out. Kwaw Kese was later sentenced to one-day imprisonment and a fine of GHc1,200, which he paid, marking a brief yet impactful experience with the law.

Daasebre Gyamenah

Daasebre Gyamenah, a prominent highlife musician, faced a major legal issue when he was arrested at Heathrow Airport in London. He was found with items thought to be cocaine, with a road value of about £100,000 concealed in his suitcase. Gyamenah burned through 11 months in jail before being released. The incident had a significant impact on his career and personal life.

Richard Kwabena (Shaka Zulu)

Shaka Zulu, a TV personality and bouncer, found himself indicted for robbery along with three accomplices. They were condemned to 30 years in prison each for brutally robbing a businessman. The trial prompted convictions for conspiracy to commit a crime and robbery, marking a drastic fall from grace for Shaka Zulu.

Medikal and Shatta Wale

The two musicians, Medikal and Shatta Wale, faced legal difficulty around the same time. Shatta Wale was declared wanted by the police after planning a controversial trick involving claims of his own death. He was arrested and invested energy behind bars before being released on bail. Medikal, then again, faced charges for showcasing a weapon on social media. The two artists spent approximately seven days in jail before being released on bail.

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Funny Face (Nana Yaw Oduro Boateng)

Comic actor Funny Face faced legal and mental health challenges when he was arrested after a public eruption and threats towards his baby mama and colleagues. The incident prompted his spending one night behind bars before being condemned to get mental care. After a long time in a psychiatric hospital, Funny Face was eventually released.