Empress Gifty Sues Nana Agradaa for GH₵20 Million Over Defamation Claims

Ghanaian gospel musician Empress Gifty Adorye has taken legal action against Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Nana Agradaa or Mama Pat, in a high-profile defamation lawsuit. The case, filed at the Tema High Court, demands GH₵20 million in damages over alleged defamatory statements made by Agradaa during a live broadcast on May 13, 2025.

In her statement of claim, Empress Gifty asserts that Agradaa’s comments suggested she is promiscuous and involved in inappropriate relationships with pastors. These remarks, she contends, have severely tarnished her image, both publicly and professionally.

According to court documents, the broadcast was widely shared on social media platforms including Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube, multiplying the reach and impact of the alleged defamation. Empress Gifty also noted that her children have been subjected to ridicule in school and that her brand has suffered—citing the cancellation of an international event she was scheduled to headline in August 2025.

The gospel artist is asking the court for several remedies. These include:

• A perpetual injunction to stop Agradaa from making further defamatory statements,
• An order for the removal of all defamatory content from Agradaa’s social media accounts,
• Compensation for the damage done to her reputation and career,
• And payment of legal costs.

The court has given Nana Agradaa eight days to respond to the suit, either personally or through legal representation.

However, in a quick reaction, Agradaa dismissed the lawsuit in a video posted on TikTok. In the video, she continued to make provocative statements about Empress Gifty and her husband, politician Hopeson Adorye, daring them to follow through with the legal threats.

This case has sparked debate about accountability on social media, especially in Ghana’s entertainment and religious spaces. As the legal process unfolds, many are watching to see how the court handles high-profile defamation cases involving public personalities.