Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale has made a surprising public declaration of loyalty to fellow musician Stonebwoy at his ShattaFest concert in Ho. On October 3, 2026, Shatta Wale told a packed crowd at the Youth Resource Centre that nobody could stop him from loving or supporting Stonebwoy. He expressed that he does not consider anyone an enemy, having given his life to Christ and no longer interested in fighting.
The concert, which was meant to celebrate Shatta Wale's brand, turned into an unexpected tribute to Stonebwoy. Shatta Wale's DJ played Stonebwoy's 2020 track 'Putuu Freestyle (Pray)', and instead of stepping aside, Shatta Wale performed along to the song. This moment was seen as a stunning turn of events for fans who have followed the two stars' rivalry for years.
Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy have long been considered the two biggest names in Ghanaian dancehall, with a relationship that has swung between open hostility and public shows of brotherhood. In 2017, Shatta Wale surprised Stonebwoy on stage at the Ashaiman to the World concert, hugging him in front of fans. However, their rivalry also has a darker chapter, including a confrontation at the 2019 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards.
Despite their history, Shatta Wale has recently called for greater unity among Ghanaian musicians and referred to Stonebwoy as a brother. Saturday's performance in Ho appears to be the clearest public gesture yet of that renewed goodwill. Shatta Wale also spoke about his personal connection to the Volta Region, describing it as his "motherland" while addressing the crowd.
ShattaFest, which has grown into one of Ghana's biggest outdoor concerts since its breakout success in 2025, drew other performers to the 2026 edition, including Volta-based musician Chief One and dance groups DGL Academy and DWP Academy. The event was covered by various media outlets, including GhanaWeb and Pulse Ghana.
The public show of unity between Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy signals to fans and industry players that the long-standing tension may be easing. For Ghanaian music fans, the rivalry between the two has shaped loyalties in the dancehall scene, often spilling into arguments over who is the bigger star.
It remains unclear whether the Ho moment will translate into further reconciliation between the two dancehall stars. No further public comment from either camp has been documented, and there is no reported joint appearance, collaboration, or official statement from Stonebwoy in response to Shatta Wale's remarks.
Key points
- Shatta Wale performs Stonebwoy's 'Putuu' at ShattaFest
- Shatta Wale vows loyalty to Stonebwoy
- The public show of unity may signal easing tension between the two dancehall stars
