The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has confirmed the seizure of a gleaming 2019 Lamborghini Urus from the well-known Ghanaian dancehall artist, Shatta Wale, at his residence in Trassaco Valley Phase 1.
This operation, carried out by EOCO’s Surveillance and Asset Recovery Unit (SARU), took place in June 2025 and stemmed from a request made by the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) in 2023.
Authorities have revealed that the luxury vehicle is connected to criminal proceeds associated with Nana Kwabena Amuah, a Ghanaian currently serving an 86-month prison sentence in the United States for a series of financial crimes. The investigation led to the tracing of this expensive automobile directly to Shatta Wale, and the lawful search and seizure were conducted without any incident.
During the operation, Shatta Wale reportedly made a heartfelt plea to the EOCO officers, asking them to keep the matter away from the public eye. He explained that the Lamborghini is not just a vehicle but rather a significant part of his brand and public persona. Despite his request, the dancehall star was allowed to voluntarily relinquish the vehicle, which is now held in custody by EOCO.
The agency underscored that the presence of armed SARU operatives during such operations is standard protocol, ensuring safety and compliance throughout the process. EOCO is also anticipating a formal Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) request from the FBI and DOJ to the Government of Ghana for the repatriation of the Lamborghini as part of broader efforts to recover a hefty $4.7 million restitution imposed on Amuah.
Adding to the intrigue, both Shatta Wale and a former senior officer of the National Signals Bureau have been identified as persons of interest in the ongoing investigation. EOCO has indicated that both will be invited to assist in the inquiry, and a comprehensive report may soon be shared with U.S. authorities to facilitate international cooperation.
As the investigation unfolds, the implications of this operation for both Shatta Wale and the larger narrative of financial crime in Ghana continue to capture public attention.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
