Actress Martha Ankomah has reportedly rejected Kumawood actor Kwadwo Nkansah's, also known as LilWin's, public apology in the GH¢5 million defamation lawsuit currently before the High Court.

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According to EIB Network’s Legal Affairs Correspondent, Murtala Inusah, the actress felt the apology did not meet the standards of a proper retraction and sincere apology.

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As discussions to resolve the matter out of court continue, it is likely that a new and acceptable public apology will be issued.

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The High Court in Accra has adjourned the case to February 25, 2025, to allow both parties to finalise the terms of their settlement.

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The case was held in private on Friday, December 13, 2024, and lasted nearly three hours as the parties and their lawyers worked on an amicable resolution. Both Martha Ankomah and LilWin were present in court with their legal representatives.

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The issue began on February 14, 2024, when Martha Ankomah filed a defamation lawsuit against LilWin. She accused the actor of making offensive and damaging remarks about her in a viral video. In the video, LilWin allegedly insulted the actress and dismissed her significance in the film industry.

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Martha is seeking GH¢5 million in damages, along with a public apology and retraction of the defamatory comments with the same level of attention the original remarks received.

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“Damages in the sum of GH¢5 million for the defamatory statements made by the defendant. Compensatory damages for the damage done to the reputation of the plaintiff.

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“Aggravated damages for the reckless and malicious publication of the defamatory words. An order directing the defendant to publish an apology and a retraction of the said defamatory words with the same prominence,” the plaintiff seeks from the court.

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LilWin and his lawyers have since entered an appearance while the parties are considering an out-court settlement.

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