I had to clear my name – Medikal recalls strenuous travel process at embassies after prison ordeal

Ghanaian rapper Samuel Adu Frimpong, popularly known as Medikal, has revealed that he had to clear his name with embassies due to his criminal record before he could travel.

In an interview with Andy Dosty on Daybreak Hitz, Medikal said the process was strenuous and emotionally draining.

"I felt inhuman, it wasn’t right," he recalled.

The rapper admitted that he was initially unaware of the legal implications of his actions, stating, “I didn’t know; I was clueless about the fact that it was an offense in this country.”

He also expressed frustration over how his case was handled, adding, "Brandishing isn’t when you’re at home, taking a picture of something the police registered and licensed for you themselves."

The rapper went on to explain his tweet criticising the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for what he believed was unfair imprisonment, asserting that he didn’t commit any crime.

Medikal also expressed his indifference toward the incoming NDC administration, saying, "I don’t trust the next party coming into power, but I just hope they will treat citizens fairly and won’t abuse their power."

Background

Medikal was arrested in October 2021 after posting a video on Snapchat showing himself holding a Ruger 9mm handgun while seated in his car.

He was charged, arraigned in court the following day, and subsequently remanded in custody for five days.

Medikal admitted to the offense in his caution statement.

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