{
  "id": 5355311,
  "title": "Kwaku Manu reveals why Shatta Wale is his favourite Ghanaian musician",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/kwaku-manu-reveals-why-shatta-wale-is-his-favourite-ghanaian-musician",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-03T14:53:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/kwaku-manu-reveals-why-shatta-wale-is-his-favourite-ghanaian-musician/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Comedian Kwaku Manu has expressed his fondness for Shatta Wale, revealing that among all Ghanaian musicians, Shatta holds a special place in his heart. While he maintains strong relationships with many musicians, it is his bond with Shatta Wale that stands out. In an interview on Joy Prime, Kwaku Manu stated that it is not the musicians' musical talents that draw him to them, but rather the personal connection and comfort he experiences when they meet. During the conversation, he highlighted Shatta Wale's welcoming demeanor as the key factor that makes their relationship particularly special. \"I love all the musicians. They are my friends,\" Kwaku Manu said, \"but the one I am most comfortable with is Shatta. Whenever we meet, it’s a different level. The way he is welcoming and all.\" This connection led Kwaku Manu to attend all of Shatta Wale's concerts and even travel to the UK for the launch of the ShattaFest Party in the Park. When questioned about his favorite female musicians, the comedian mentioned Ghanian rapper Eno Barony as someone with whom he shares a close friendship.",
  "summary": "Comic actor Kwaku Manu has revealed that although he has a close relationship with several Ghanaian musicians, his bond with Shatta Wale stands out. According to Kwaku Manu, his choice is not necessarily based on the musical abilities of the artistes, but rather on the reception and personal connection he experiences whenever they meet. Speaking […]",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Ghpage",
        "title": "I pray my “Azigi” videos don’t come out- Kwaku Manu",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/i-pray-my-azigi-videos-dont-come-out-kwaku-manu",
        "published": "2026-09-03T12:11:08.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}