Media personality Serwaa Amihere has broken her silence on a leaked bedroom video involving her and an ex-boyfriend, expressing profound embarrassment over the incident.
The video, which resurfaced online on April 2, 2024, after five years, follows months of threats and extortion attempts. Despite efforts by law enforcement, the footage was leaked, causing distress to Amihere and her close circles.
“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 stated.
Acknowledging the profound impact of the leaked video, Amihere expressed regret for the distress it caused to 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.”
While extending apologies for any disappointment caused, Amihere emphasized the valuable lessons learned from the ordeal.
“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.”
Meanwhile, legal actions have been taken against three individuals allegedly responsible for circulating the video. They face charges related to sexual extortion and the dissemination of private content under the Criminal Offences Act 1960 and the Cybersecurity Act 2020.
