By: Kenneth Appiah Bani
Dancehall superstar Shatta Wale has officially announced the verified attendance figure for ShattaFest 2025, following widespread speculation about the turnout at the historic concert.
Taking to social media, Shatta Wale expressed profound gratitude to his fans and the nation for their overwhelming support, while sharing an official statement from the Shatta Movement Empire confirming the final numbers.
According to the statement, the event which took place on October 18, 2025, at Independence Square as part of Shatta Wale’s birthday celebration attracted an unprecedented crowd of six hundred and seventy-three thousand (673,000) people.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT: SHATTAFEST 2025 ATTENDANCE FIGURES
“To bring finality to the ongoing discussions and speculations regarding the number of attendees at ShattaFest 2025, the Shatta Movement Empire undertook a careful review in consultation with credible sources, supported by verified data collected from our team on the grounds at the Independence Square.
After thorough analysis and validation, we are pleased to confirm that the official attendance figure for ShattaFest 2025 stands at six hundred and seventy-three thousand (673,000) people.
Let this be clearly understood going forward — this figure represents a realistic and factual account of the turnout witnessed at this historic event.
We encourage everyone to share this official flier to help put an end to all confusion and debate surrounding the numbers.
Thank you, Ghana, and thank you to the ever-loyal Shatta Movement family, for making history once again!”
In his accompanying message, Shatta Wale thanked his fans for their unwavering loyalty and support throughout his career, describing ShattaFest 2025 as “a night that will go down in Ghana’s music history.”
The event, which celebrated Shatta Wale’s musical journey and influence, featured spectacular performances, surprise appearances, and a massive turnout that reaffirmed his status as one of Africa’s biggest music icons.
With an official crowd of 673,000 people, ShattaFest 2025 now stands as one of the largest outdoor music events ever held in Ghana, marking yet another milestone in Shatta Wale’s illustrious career.
