Media personality Serwaa Amihere has finally made a public statement regarding a bedroom video of hers with an ex-boyfriend that was leaked online, early this month.
According to Amihere, the video, which dates back five years, was posted on the internet on April 2, 2024, following months of threats and extortion.
Despite efforts by law enforcement to apprehend the culprits, the video found its way online, causing embarrassment to Amihere and her loved ones.
“On April 2, 2024, someone posted an intimate video of me on the internet. This came almost 5 months after threats and extortion, along with efforts by the police to bring the extortionists to book.
“The video (which was made 5 years ago has severely embarrassed me, my family, and my loved ones. It has also exposed my employers and the businesses and brands I represent to embarrassment,” she noted.
In her statement, Amihere expressed regret over the repercussions of the leaked footage, acknowledging the strain it has placed on her personal and professional life.
“Additionally, the video has been a source of frustration to all who have been my support, inspiration, and encouragement throughout my journey in the media. At the time, 5 years ago, I considerably underestimated the extent of my influence, my potential, what I would become, and what I would come to represent to this society.,” part of her statement posted on her social media accounts read.
Serwaa apologised for any disappointment caused and highlighted she had learned “lessons learned “deeply useful lessons” from this experience.
“Sincerely, I say sorry for the embarrassment, disappointment, and frustration which this matter has caused to my family and loved ones, to the distinguished businesses and brands I represent, and to you. In all, I have learnt deeply useful lessons for the future,” she added.
Meanwhile, three individuals allegedly responsible for circulating the video are facing legal repercussions. They face multiple charges related to sexual extortion and the dissemination of private content.
The charges brought against them include conspiracy to commit a crime, specifically the non-consensual sharing of intimate images, as outlined in the Criminal Offences Act 1960 and the Cybersecurity Act 2020.
Additionally, they are accused of sexual extortion under the Cybersecurity Act 2020.
