Renowned Ghanaian musician Akosua Agyepong has announced her intention to organize the Nima boys to prevent the Ghana Music Rights Organization (GHAMRO) Executive from attending the funeral of the late highlife musician Akwaboah Snr. Her decision stems from allegations that GHAMRO neglected Akwaboah Snr during his time of illness.
Akosua Agyepong, a veteran artist and a strong advocate for the rights of musicians, expressed her disappointment and frustration with GHAMRO’s alleged neglect towards Akwaboah Snr, a respected figure in the Ghanaian music industry. She believes that it is unjust for the executive members of GHAMRO to pay their respects at his funeral when they failed to support him during his battle with illness.
Akwaboah Snr, known for his incredible contributions to highlife music, unfortunately, passed away recently after battling a prolonged illness. During his final years, he struggled with medical expenses and had difficulties in receiving the necessary support from industry stakeholders, including GHAMRO.
GHAMRO, the collective management organization responsible for the collection and distribution of music royalties in Ghana, has been tasked with protecting the rights and interests of musicians. However, allegations of mismanagement, financial irregularities, and a lack of support for artists have plagued the organization in recent years.
Akosua Agyepong, known for her strong-willed nature, has decided to take matters into her own hands by mobilizing the Nima boys, a group of influential youth from the Nima neighborhood in Accra. While the specific details of her plan are yet to be revealed, it is evident that she aims to make a strong statement and demand accountability from GHAMRO.
As the nation mourns the loss of Akwaboah Snr, it is important to reflect on the broader issues surrounding the treatment of musicians in Ghana. The hope is that this incident will prompt the necessary changes within GHAMRO and the industry as a whole, leading to better support systems and a fairer environment for all artists.
