“A Life-Altering Experience”: Rapper Ice Prince Opens Up About Prison Ordeal

Nigerian rapper and singer Panshak Zamani, popularly known as Ice Prince, has shared a candid account of his time in prison, describing it as one of the most daunting periods of his life.

In September 2022, the musician was remanded at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre by a Lagos State magistrate court for allegedly assaulting a police officer during a stop-and-search operation. He regained his freedom after spending six days in detention upon meeting his bail conditions.

Reflecting on his experience during the latest episode of the Listen podcast, Ice Prince called it a transformative experience.

The artist emphasized the harsh realities of prison life, dispelling the notion that public figures receive special treatment behind bars.

Despite the grim environment, Ice Prince shared that he managed to form bonds with other inmates. “I made friends in there. We hung out and talked. It’s a different institution of higher learning,” he said, referring to the life lessons he gained during his brief incarceration.

Addressing the events that led to his imprisonment, the rapper clarified that his actions were misunderstood. He claimed that the situation arose when he jokingly drove off after a police officer entered his car during the stop-and-search incident.

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