Accra: Gospel musician Empress Gifty has expressed frustration over the criticism she has received on social media after a video of her dancing during a church service went viral.
According to Ghana Web, the video, which surfaced online recently, showed the gospel singer joyfully dancing during a church service held at the UPSA Auditorium. The clip prompted some social media users to question her manner of dancing, particularly because it took place in the presence of a pastor.
Addressing the wave of criticism, Empress Gifty, in a video shared on TikTok and sighted by GhanaWeb on August 21, 2026, strongly cautioned individuals against what she described as unwarranted attacks. She expressed that she has endured many challenges in life and therefore understands the significance of being in the presence of God. The gospel singer urged critics to be mindful of their comments, warning that the recent mockery and negative remarks should be the first and last time such criticisms are directed at her.
Empress Gifty further recounted the trials and hardships she has encountered, revealing that she once slept in churches because she had no proper place to stay. She also mentioned her past struggles, including selling cassava in areas she described as ghettos before achieving success. Reflecting on her journey, she questioned the critics, "When I was selling cassava at Site 1 and Site 2, where were you? Now that God has blessed me, you are here trying to tell me how to behave in church."
Emphasizing her resilience and faith, Empress Gifty declared, "I was in the house of God, not at a nightclub or a funeral ground. May God forgive you people, but be careful so that His wrath does not come upon you." She also hinted at an upcoming joint album with musician Kuami Eugene, further showcasing her dedication to her music career.