God Punish Dampare — Shatta Wale Says Ankaful Prison Experience Still Haunts His Travels Abroad

Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has expressed frustration over the lasting impact of his time at Ankaful Prison, accusing former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Dr George Akuffo Dampare of putting him through an experience that continues to affect his international travels.

The outspoken musician, known privately as Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., revealed that his past encounter with the criminal justice system remains a recurring issue whenever he attempts to travel outside Ghana, particularly when applying for visas.

In a candid reflection on the experience, Shatta Wale did not hide his displeasure, directing strong words at the former police chief over what he believes has become a lasting burden on his life.

God punish IGP Dampare for putting jail in my life, to the extent that whenever I intend to travel, I always have to explain why I landed in jail, he said.

His remarks highlight the frustration he says he experiences when dealing with immigration and visa application processes, where questions about his previous detention reportedly force him to revisit an episode he would rather leave behind.

For the musician, the consequences of his prison experience appear to extend beyond the period he spent in custody, following him into situations where he seeks to pursue opportunities or travel internationally.

Shatta Wale’s comments have also brought renewed attention to the wider consequences of criminal investigations and detention, particularly for public figures whose personal experiences often attract significant media attention.

Although celebrities may enjoy enormous popularity and financial success, past encounters with law enforcement can create complications that persist long after the immediate legal proceedings have ended.

The dancehall star’s remarks also raise questions about how previous legal troubles can influence travel documentation and the extent to which applicants may be required to explain their histories during visa assessments.

However, the specific circumstances surrounding any visa applications and the reasons for additional questioning were not detailed in the account of his comments.

His criticism of Dampare reflects his personal interpretation of the experience and the difficulties he believes it has created for him.

While the former IGP has not been quoted responding to the latest remarks, Shatta Wale’s comments underscore the musician’s continuing resentment over the incident.

The controversy adds another chapter to the entertainer’s often outspoken public life, with his latest statement suggesting that the emotional and practical effects of his time at Ankaful Prison remain unresolved.

For Shatta Wale, the experience is apparently not just a memory of detention but an issue he says continues to resurface whenever he plans to travel abroad.

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