False Rumours Destroyed a Brotherly Bond
Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale has finally spoken out about the rift that ended his once-close friendship with Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy. In a candid interview on the Brunch podcast, Shatta Wale claimed that malicious rumours, spread by people he once trusted, were the root cause of the breakdown.
According to Shatta Wale, former associates deliberately fabricated stories to sabotage his relationships with influential figures. One such rumour alleged that he had an affair with Burna Boy's girlfriend. “They told Burna Boy that I was sleeping with his girl,” Shatta Wale said, adding that he never had a chance to defend himself before communication ceased.
A History of Support and Brotherhood
Reflecting on their past, Shatta Wale recalled a time when Burna Boy and his family faced difficulties in Ghana. He said he welcomed them, secured a safe place for them to stay, and treated Burna Boy’s mother like his own. “His mum is like my mother… We were like brothers,” he recounted. The singer expressed hurt that such a close bond could be torn apart by baseless accusations.
Shatta Wale noted that he only later realized why Burna Boy had distanced himself. Despite the pain, he said the experience taught him the importance of self-reliance. He expressed gratitude that he built his career independently, suggesting that depending on others could have led to greater setbacks.
Social Media Reacts
The interview sparked mixed reactions online. User @seanelhadji criticized Shatta Wale, saying, “This is just damage control Sir! You forgot you practically went on stage in Accra and screamed ‘fuck all Nigerian artists’??” The user pointed out that Shatta Wale had explained the issue multiple times while Burna Boy remained silent. Another user, @syl48274, defended Shatta Wale, saying, “Play Hallelujah by Burna Boy… they were close friends and Shatta did a lot for Burna but we all know Burna ego high pass transformer.”
Lessons Learned
Shatta Wale concluded that the episode was a sobering lesson in human nature. He maintained that he values honesty and loyalty, and that the false allegations have made him more cautious about whom he trusts. Despite the end of their friendship, he still holds respect for Burna Boy and his family.
Separate Incident: Friend’s Arrest
In a related note, Shatta Wale also commented on the arrest of his friend and associate Kofi Boateng, known as Agony, who was taken into custody by the FBI over alleged romance scams in the United States. Shatta Wale expressed support for his friend while emphasizing the need for due process.
