The ongoing legal battle between Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, widely recognized as Agradaa, and gospel musician Empress Gifty, has taken a dramatic turn, intensifying the public feud that has captivated social media and Ghana’s gospel entertainment scene. Agradaa, facing a defamation suit filed by Empress Gifty, suffered a setback in the Tema High Court on June 26, 2025. Justice P. Baffoe-Bonnie imposed a GH¢6,000 fine on Agradaa and dismissed her attempt to halt the proceedings through an injunction aimed at blocking Empress Gifty’s GH¢20 million defamation claim. This legal maneuver sought to temporarily suspend the lawsuit, but the court’s rejection signaled a progression of the case and a potential escalation of the conflict. Agradaa’s attempt to stall the legal process was ultimately unsuccessful, setting the stage for continued legal wrangling between the two prominent figures.
Instead of accepting the court’s decision quietly, Agradaa responded defiantly through a video posted on social media shortly after the ruling. Her public response underscored the deeply personal nature of the conflict, moving beyond a simple legal dispute to a public airing of grievances. In the video, she directly challenged Empress Gifty to pursue a formal injunction that would restrict her from speaking about the issue online. Agradaa’s provocative statement went further, declaring she would abandon her ministry and “throw her Bible away” if Empress Gifty succeeded in securing such an injunction. This statement added a religious dimension to the conflict, suggesting that Agradaa viewed the legal action as an attempt to suppress her freedom of expression and her religious practice. Her defiant stance signaled a refusal to be silenced and a determination to continue the feud, even if it meant escalating the conflict further.
Agradaa’s defiant pronouncements were not limited to the possibility of an injunction. She forcefully asserted her right to respond to what she perceived as provocations from Empress Gifty, emphasizing that she would not be silenced. She accused Empress Gifty of hypocrisy, claiming that the gospel singer instigated the conflict with insults but then resorted to legal action when Agradaa responded. This assertion framed the dispute as a two-sided affair, with both parties contributing to the escalating tensions. Beyond her immediate responses, Agradaa also hinted at pursuing her own defamation suit against Empress Gifty, referencing alleged insults connected to the political figure, Sammy Gyamfi. This indication of potential counter-legal action suggested that the conflict was far from over and could potentially involve other public figures.
The legal battle between Agradaa and Empress Gifty, initiated earlier in 2025, has transformed from an online feud into a full-blown court case, capturing the attention of social media users and followers of Ghana’s gospel music scene. The feud initially unfolded on digital platforms, with exchanges of accusations and insults. However, the dispute escalated when Empress Gifty filed a defamation suit against Agradaa, seeking GH¢20 million in damages. Agradaa’s attempt to counter this legal action with an injunction was unsuccessful, fueling her defiant social media response. The intersection of online platforms and the legal system highlights the increasing blurring of lines between public and private disputes, with social media serving as both a battleground and a broadcasting platform.
The ongoing conflict between Agradaa and Empress Gifty reveals the complex dynamics within Ghana’s gospel entertainment industry and the increasing role of social media in amplifying personal disputes. Both figures hold significant influence within their respective spheres, and the public nature of their feud raises questions about the intersection of faith, public image, and online behavior. Agradaa’s conversion from a traditional priestess to an evangelist has been a subject of public discussion, and the current legal battle adds another layer to her complex public persona. Similarly, Empress Gifty’s status as a prominent gospel musician adds weight to the accusations and counter-accusations that have fueled the conflict.
The case is scheduled to resume at the Tema High Court on July 16, 2025, promising further developments in this ongoing legal saga. The upcoming court date will likely provide more clarity on the specific allegations and defenses in the defamation suit, as well as the potential implications for both Agradaa and Empress Gifty. The public nature of the conflict and the active involvement of social media suggest that the feud will continue to generate attention and discussion in the coming weeks. The court’s decisions will not only impact the legal standing of the two individuals involved but could also shape public perceptions of their characters and careers. The unfolding legal battle raises broader questions about the boundaries of free speech, the impact of social media on public discourse, and the intersection of faith and public life in contemporary Ghanaian society.
