Actress Martha Ankomah has reportedly declined Kumawood actor Kwadwo Nkansah, also known as Lil Win’s, public apology in the GH¢5 million defamation case currently before the High Court.According to reports by EIB Network’s Legal Affairs Correspondent, Murtala Inusah, the actress found the apology lacking essential elements of a proper retraction and genuine remorse.

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As discussions between the two parties continue in an effort to settle the matter outside of court, a more acceptable public apology is expected.The High Court in Accra has postponed the case to February 25, 2025, for the parties to announce the settlement terms.During a private session on December 13, 2024, which lasted nearly three hours, both Martha Ankomah and Lil Win, along with their lawyers, worked on resolving the issue amicably.

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The defamation suit dates back to February 14, 2024, when Martha Ankomah filed a claim against Lil Win for alleged derogatory remarks made about her in a viral video.In the video, Lil Win is said to have belittled Martha’s significance in the film industry, sparking her decision to pursue legal action.

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Martha Ankomah is seeking GH¢5 million in damages, along with a prominent retraction and apology for the alleged defamatory statements.“Damages in the sum of GH¢5 million for the defamatory statements made by Defendant. Compensatory damages for the damage done to the reputation of Plaintiff.“Aggravated damages for the reckless and malicious publication of the defamatory words.

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An order directing Defendant to publish an apology and a retraction of the said defamatory words with the same prominence,” the Plaintiff seeks from the Court.Lil Win and his lawyers have since entered an appearance while the parties are considering an out-court settlement.

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