Manager of gospel sensation Yaw Sarpong, Nana Poku Ashis, confirmed the artist’s year-long struggle with a stroke.
Ashis emphasized the pressing issue of healthcare for veteran musicians, underscoring the failure of the Ghanaian music royalty system.
Ashis expressed concern about musicians resorting to public appeals for healthcare, urging the government to implement policies addressing the dire situation.
He emphasised the neglect of royalties in Ghana, comparing it unfavourably to foreign countries where musicians rely on such payments for their well-being.
“The pension for entertainers is their royalties. Musicians in foreign countries don’t beg for help; they rely on royalties. Here, you pay these musicians 50 cedis after so many years of hard work. It’s really bad,” lamented Ashis.
He appealed for support for Yaw Sarpong, asserting, “Everyone needs help. We would need prayers, and those who have and are willing to help can offer him a little. The few people he has impacted with his music should also help.”
Background:
Diana Asamoah and Maame Tiwa, prominent gospel singers, previously shared insights into Yaw Sarpong’s health condition. Asamoah, on her show on Angel FM, disclosed that Yaw Sarpong is battling a mild stroke. This revelation followed a viral video by Maame Tiwa, tearfully pleading with God for Yaw Sarpong’s healing.
