Actor Van Vicker is seeking GH¢10 million in damages from comedian and actor Lil Win over comments he considers damaging to his reputation, following a social media controversy surrounding their professional relationship.
The actor has filed a defamation suit at the High Court in Accra, challenging statements allegedly made by Lil Win, born Kwadwo Nkansah, in a video that suggested he could no longer work in Kumasi's movie industry.
The video, which reportedly appeared on TikTok and Facebook on August 13, 2026, was headlined “LIL WIN BANS VAN VICKER FROM ACTING IN KUMASI!”
In court documents dated October 10, 2026, Van Vicker argues that the publication exposed him to public ridicule and cast doubts on his professionalism, honesty and ability to honour commitments in the film industry.
In paragraph 22 of his statement of claim, he alleges that the publication seriously injured his reputation and brought him into “public scandal, odium, contempt and ridicule”.
According to the court documents, the actor has received calls from fellow actors, producers and directors seeking explanations about the controversy.
He maintains that the publication has affected his professional relationships and created uncertainty about his availability for film roles in Kumasi.
The dispute reportedly centres on a film production for which Lil Win allegedly accused Van Vicker of failing to fulfil his responsibilities.
An English translation of portions of the video reproduced in the court documents quotes Lil Win as saying, “Our own brother, Van Vicker has lied again against me.”
The transcript also attributes to him the statement, “You did not try at all. That is PM and Director. Ask them. You failed to do the work.”
Van Vicker disputes the allegations, arguing that the comments portray him as an actor who accepts professional engagements but fails to deliver on his obligations.
The suit further alleges that Lil Win threatened to leave him out of an upcoming film project, Journey to Africa, if he failed to address the concerns raised.
The plaintiff contends that the publication's headline and accompanying statements suggested he had been banned from working in Kumawood and had engaged in questionable professional conduct.
Van Vicker, who works as an actor, producer and director, describes himself as an established figure in Ghana's film industry, with experience in both English-language productions and Kumawood. He argues that the allegations threaten the reputation he has built over the years.
Paragraph 30 of the statement of claim alleges that the controversy has already affected his work prospects. According to the document, producers who previously engaged him have become uncertain about his availability to work in Kumasi, resulting in lost roles.
He also claims that the alleged threat to prevent him from travelling to Kumasi or practising his profession there has caused him fear and anxiety.
The court documents state that he has cancelled planned business trips to the Ashanti regional capital because of concerns about the public reaction to the controversy. He further argues that the continued circulation of the video could cause additional damage to his reputation and professional opportunities.
Van Vicker is asking the court to declare the disputed statements defamatory and libellous and award him GH¢10 million in exemplary damages, in addition to general damages for libel and legal costs.
He is also seeking a public retraction and apology to be published on news portals with the same prominence as the original publication for four consecutive weeks.
The suit was filed by Ebenezer Asare of Troth Legal, based at Westland Boulevard Road, West Legon, Accra.
Lil Win is required to enter an appearance within eight days of service of the writ, including the day it is served. Failure to comply could result in judgment being entered in his absence.
The allegations are yet to be determined by the court, and the filing of the suit does not mean Lil Win has been found liable for defamation.
