Ghanaian actor Van Vicker has sued fellow actor and comedian Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lil Win, at the High Court in Accra, demanding GH¢10 million in exemplary damages over alleged defamatory comments in a viral social media video.
In a writ of summons and statement of claim dated October 10, 2026, Van Vicker accuses Lil Win of making and publishing statements that allegedly damaged his reputation and portrayed him as dishonest, unprofessional and unfit to work in the Kumawood movie industry.
The suit concerns a video allegedly shared on TikTok and Facebook on August 13, 2026, under the headline, “LIL WIN BANS VAN VICKER FROM ACTING IN KUMASI!”
Van Vicker contends that the publication went beyond a disagreement between colleagues and exposed him to public ridicule, embarrassment and reputational damage.
In paragraph 22 of the statement of claim, he argues that the alleged defamatory statements have seriously harmed his reputation and subjected him to public scandal, contempt and ridicule.
The actor further claims that the publication has affected his professional relationships, prompting calls and inquiries from prominent actors, film producers and directors seeking clarification about the allegations.
According to the court documents, the video allegedly contained accusations that Van Vicker had lied about Lil Win and failed to fulfil his professional obligations in connection with a film production.
The statement of claim reproduces portions of the video, originally delivered in Twi, alongside English translations. One section allegedly quotes Lil Win as saying: “Our own brother, Van Vicker has lied again against me.”
Another portion attributes to Lil Win allegations that Van Vicker failed to respond to calls and did not complete work expected of him.
“You did not try at all. That is PM and Director. Ask them. You failed to do the work,” the translated transcript states.
Van Vicker also alleges that Lil Win threatened to exclude him from an upcoming film project, Journey to Africa, if he failed to address the issues raised.
The plaintiff disputes the accusations, arguing that the statements, in their natural and ordinary meaning, portrayed him as a dishonest actor who accepts roles but fails to honour his professional commitments.
He further contends that the publication created the impression that he had been banned from working in Kumawood and had engaged in questionable professional conduct.
In his statement of claim, Van Vicker describes himself as an established actor, film producer and director whose career spans Ghana’s English-language film industry and Kumawood. He argues that the allegations have undermined the reputation he has built over the years.
He also claims that the controversy has affected his employment prospects, alleging that some producers who previously engaged him have become uncertain about his availability to work in Kumasi, resulting in lost roles.
The actor further alleges that the purported threat to prevent him from travelling to Kumasi or practising his profession there has caused him fear and anxiety. He claims to have cancelled planned business trips to the Ashanti Regional capital because of concerns about the public reaction to the controversy.
Van Vicker maintains that the continued circulation of the video could cause further harm to his reputation and professional opportunities.
He is asking the High Court to declare the statements identified in the suit defamatory and libellous. Among the reliefs sought are GH¢10 million in exemplary damages, additional general damages for libel, a public retraction and apology, and legal costs.
The statement of claim specifically requests that the apology 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, a law firm located at Westland Boulevard Road, West Legon, Accra.
The writ directs Lil Win to enter an appearance within eight days after service of the summons, including the day of service. It warns that failure to comply could result in judgment being entered in his absence.
The allegations against Lil Win have not been established by a court, and the filing of the suit does not amount to a finding of liability.
The case brings the dispute between the two prominent figures in Ghana’s film industry before the courts, with Van Vicker seeking financial compensation and a public retraction of the statements he considers damaging to his reputation.
Read the writ of summons below:
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