Accra: Ghanaian dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, better known as Shatta Wale, has opened up about the rift between him and Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, attributing the fallout to false rumors spread by former associates.
According to Ghana Web, Shatta Wale shared his side of the story during an interview on the Brunch podcast, which was subsequently shared on social media. He claimed that the friendship deteriorated after some individuals from his past circle allegedly told Burna Boy that Shatta Wale was involved in an affair with the Nigerian artist's girlfriend.
Shatta Wale explained, "I had this team I was working with, and I eventually told them that I didn't want to work with them anymore. About five or seven of these guys started calling every rich man or every important person in my life, telling them I was sleeping with their wives. One of them affected Burna Boy. They told Burna Boy that I was sleeping with his girl. They literally wanted to destroy my relationships with everyone."
He further revealed that he was unaware of the allegations at the time and expressed that Burna Boy ceased communication without allowing him a chance to clarify the situation. Reflecting on their past camaraderie, Shatta Wale recounted the support he offered Burna Boy and his family during a challenging period in Ghana, emphasizing the brotherly bond they once shared.
"His mum is like my mother because there was a time Burna had a problem in Ghana. They drove from Nigeria to Ghana, and I met them, took them somewhere safe, and looked after them. His mother knew we were like brothers," Shatta Wale remarked. "I didn't know they had told him those things, and he decided not to talk to me. Sometimes when I sit down and watch Burna now, I thank God I never depended on anyone. I fought for myself to get to where I am today because, if I hadn't, those so-called friends would have made me lose the opportunity I had with Burna."