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Abdul Gafaru Sadi, a social media influencer popularly known as WebkidAfrika, has been formally charged with publishing false news and offensive conduct following his arrest on May 7, 2026. The charges, which fall under the Electronic Communications Act and the Criminal Offences Act, stem from allegations that Sadi used his X account to disseminate misleading information targeting Afro-dancehall star Stonebwoy. The legal action follows a period of digital security concerns for the musician, who reportedly traced content irregularities on his YouTube channel back to a coordinated campaign involving former social media administrators.
The blogger's lawyer has confirmed that Stonebwoy is the official complainant in the case, a move that has sparked significant debate regarding the limits of online commentary. However, Stonebwoy's PR representative, Vida Adutwumwaa, clarified during an interview on Asempa FM that while the musician is the complainant, the arrest itself was an independent action by the authorities. She suggested that Sadi's persistent disrespectful behavior toward prominent figures drew the attention of law enforcement, emphasizing that the legal process is a consequence of the blogger's own conduct rather than personal influence.
The arrest has intensified the long-standing rivalry between the fans of Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale. During a TikTok live session, Shatta Wale vociferously defended WebkidAfrika, branding him a "hero" of the Shatta Movement. Wale dismissed the charges against his fan, asserting that the blogger's claims were true and promising that once Sadi is released, he would be integrated into Wale’s professional team to achieve financial success. This public endorsement has added a layer of celebrity friction to the ongoing legal proceedings.
As the investigation continues, authorities are looking into other potential collaborators involved in the coordinated spread of harmful content. This case serves as a high-profile example of the increasing legal scrutiny surrounding digital accountability in Ghana's entertainment industry. The outcome of the trial is expected to set a precedent for how the law handles social media influencers who leverage their platforms to publish unverified and potentially dangerous allegations against public figures.
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