Shatta Wale donates GH₵20,000 to family of deceased police officer

Ghanaian dancehall musician Shatta Wale has made a financial contribution of GH₵20,000 to the family of the late Prince Adu, a police officer who tragically lost his life while on duty. The officer was reportedly involved in a fatal accident while traveling to provide essential security services for the ShattaFest 2026 event held in Accra. The donation follows the musician's decision to support the bereaved family in the wake of the tragedy.

Members of the musician's management team visited the grieving family to officially present the donation and offer their deepest condolences. The gesture is specifically intended to provide immediate financial relief and support for the officer's children following the sudden and untimely loss of their father. During the visit, the team expressed Shatta Wale’s profound sadness over the incident, acknowledging the vital dedication of security personnel who work tirelessly to ensure public safety at major entertainment events.

ShattaFest is recognized as one of the largest annual music festivals in Ghana, requiring a significant security presence to manage the thousands of fans in attendance. The death of Officer Prince Adu highlights the inherent risks faced by first responders and security officials in the line of duty, even when assigned to social and entertainment gatherings. This donation has been received as an act of personal empathy and social responsibility from the artist, who maintains a close working relationship with the Ghana Police Service for the success of his large-scale concerts.

The family of the deceased officer expressed their gratitude for the support during this exceptionally difficult period. While the financial gift cannot replace their loss, it serves as a meaningful contribution toward the future welfare and education of the late officer's children. Further details regarding the official funeral arrangements for Officer Adu are expected to be announced by his family and the police administration in the coming weeks.