Van Vicker sues Lil Win for defamation, seeks GH¢10m in damages

Ghanaian actor and filmmaker Van Vicker has filed a defamation lawsuit against fellow actor and comedian Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lil Win, at the High Court in Accra, seeking GH¢10 million in exemplary damages over statements he claims have damaged his professional reputation.

The lawsuit, filed on October 10, 2026, follows a video allegedly shared on TikTok and Facebook on August 13, 2026, under the headline.

In his statement of claim, Van Vicker argues that the comments portrayed him as dishonest, unprofessional and unreliable in the film industry. He maintains that the publication exposed him to public ridicule and undermined the reputation he has built throughout his acting, producing and directing career.

The dispute reportedly centres on a disagreement over a film production. According to the court documents, Lil Win allegedly accused Van Vicker of making false statements about him and failing to fulfil professional commitments relating to a movie project.

The statement of claim reproduces an English translation of portions of the video in which Lil Win allegedly said that Van Vicker had lied about him and failed to complete the expected work. Van Vicker disputes these allegations and maintains that they have unfairly damaged his professional standing.

He further claims that the controversy has prompted calls from fellow actors, producers and directors seeking clarification about the allegations. According to his suit, the situation has created uncertainty about his availability for acting roles in Kumasi and allegedly affected his professional opportunities.

Van Vicker is asking the court to declare the disputed statements defamatory and award him GH¢10 million in exemplary damages, alongside additional general damages for libel and legal costs.

He is also seeking a public retraction and apology on news platforms with the same prominence as the original publication for four consecutive weeks.

The writ directs Lil Win to enter an appearance within eight days of being served with the summons. Failure to comply could result in judgment being entered in his absence.

The allegations have not yet been determined by the court, and Lil Win has not been found liable for defamation. The case will provide an opportunity for the parties to present their respective positions through the legal process.

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