Ghanaian actor Van Vicker has filed a defamation lawsuit against fellow actor and comedian Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lil Win. The suit, filed at the High Court in Accra, claims that Lil Win made defamatory comments in a viral social media video that damaged Van Vicker's reputation. The video, published on August 13, 2026, allegedly accused Van Vicker of lying and failing to fulfill professional commitments.
According to the statement of claim, Lil Win's comments portrayed Van Vicker as dishonest, unprofessional, and unfit to work in the Kumawood movie industry. Van Vicker argues that the publication went beyond a disagreement between industry colleagues and subjected him to public ridicule, embarrassment, and reputational harm. He claims that the allegations have affected his professional relationships, with many actors, producers, and directors seeking explanations about the publication.
The statement of claim reproduces portions of the video, originally delivered in Twi, alongside an English translation. In the video, Lil Win allegedly accused Van Vicker of lying about him and failing to fulfill professional commitments related to a film production. Lil Win also allegedly threatened to exclude Van Vicker from an upcoming film project, Journey to Africa, if he failed to address the issues raised.
Van Vicker disputes the allegations and argues that the words, in their natural and ordinary meaning, portrayed him as a dishonest and deceitful professional who accepts film roles but fails to honor his commitments. He denies wrongdoing and maintains that he conducts himself professionally as an actor, film producer, and director. Van Vicker describes himself as an established figure in Ghana's film industry, with work spanning the English-language film sector and Kumawood.
The plaintiff argues that the publication has undermined the reputation he has built over years in the industry and created uncertainty about his professional availability in Kumasi. He claims that the controversy has already affected his work opportunities, with producers who previously engaged him becoming uncertain about his availability to work in Kumasi. Van Vicker also claims that the alleged threat to prevent him from traveling to Kumasi or practicing his profession there has caused him fear and anxiety.
Van Vicker is seeking GH¢10 million in exemplary damages, additional general damages for libel, a public retraction and apology, and legal costs. The apology should be published on news portals with the same prominence as the original publications for four consecutive weeks. The suit was filed through Ebenezer Asare of Troth Legal, and Lil Win has been directed to enter an appearance within eight days after service of the summons.
The case places a public dispute between two established figures in Ghana's film industry before the courts, with Van Vicker seeking both financial compensation and a public correction of the statements he considers damaging to his reputation. The allegations and the legal arguments advanced by Van Vicker remain subject to determination by the court.
Key points
- Van Vicker is seeking GH¢10 million in damages from Lil Win for defamation.
- The lawsuit claims that Lil Win's comments damaged Van Vicker's reputation and portrayed him as dishonest and unprofessional.
- Van Vicker is also seeking a public retraction and apology from Lil Win.
