Controversial Ghanaian singer Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr. known in the music industry Shatta Wale has taken to his social media page to hail the Nigerian music industry while also describing the music scene in his country as “class 2 children”.
Jaybesttrends records that reports according to the Ghanaian reggae-dancehall artist, Nigerians need to build universities in African countries so their music can be studied.
Shatta Wale, formerly Bandana, likened Nigerian music to legendary popstar Michael Jackson. Shatta said he listened to various Nigerian music acts; ranging from Asake, Olamide, and Fireboy, and the only conclusion was for the music to be studied in what he called “Cultural Studies.”
Noting that at his concert in Ghana’s largest stadium, Shatta Wale reveals that he was informed he couldn’t fill the venue.
Shatta bragged that the stadium was full and that he did not require Nigerian performers to sell out events.
The singer also alleged Nigerian artists of “failing to promote Ghanaian artists”, Shatta Wale said, “As for Nigerians they think they can always say what they want to say Fuck your talks ya’ll who think I spoke the truth this, I don’t even remember you guys promoting Ghanaian artiste in your country, until u guys will realize your artiste blow in Ghana to say thank you ..F.”.
However, in a recent video that surfaced online, the Ghanaian musician can be heard praising Nigerian musicians while downplaying his nation’s music scene and how Nigerian songs can be studied in African universities.