The long-running defamation battle between gospel star Empress Gifty and Evangelist Patricia Asiedua (Nana Agradaa) has officially concluded. The parties reached an out-of-court
settlement that includes a GH¢100,000 payout to the singer.
On January 20, 2026, the Tema Land Court and Tema Main Court adopted the agreement as a Consent Judgment. This effectively ends two separate lawsuits filed in mid-2025 following a series of viral social media attacks.
While Empress Gifty originally sought a staggering GH¢40 million in damages, the settlement focused on covering her legal expenses and restorative actions. Nana Agradaa’s legal team, led by Richard Asare Baffour, confirmed that all financial obligations have already been met.
Terms of the Settlement
Financial Payout: Nana Agradaa paid GH¢100,000 in full to cover Empress Gifty's legal fees.
Public Apology: A formal retraction and public apology were issued by Agradaa to repair the singer's reputation.
Digital Cleanup: Both parties requested the National Information Technology Agency (NITA) to help remove the defamatory content from social media.
The Background of the Feud
The legal drama began in May 2025 after Nana Agradaa used her platform to broadcast a series of unprintable allegations against the gospel artist. The feud became a central fixture of Ghanaian entertainment news throughout last year.
Richard Asare Baffour clarified that the payment was not a court-imposed fine but an "amicable resolution" between two Christians. He noted that the initial demand was GH¢150,000, which was negotiated down to two-thirds of that amount.
This settlement comes while Nana Agradaa continues to deal with a separate 15-year jail sentence, which her lawyers are currently appealing. With the Consent Judgment, Empress Gifty has officially withdrawn all further claims.
The Bottom Line
Empress Gifty has formally dropped her GH¢40 million defamation suit after Nana Agradaa paid GH¢100,000 for legal costs and issued a court-mandated public apology.
