- Evangelist Akwasi Nyarko pleaded for assistance from President John Mahama, citing severe hunger and a harsh economy
- He claimed his music career suffered because of his public endorsement of the NDC, particularly in the Ashanti Region
- He also expressed frustration over being neglected and urged the government not to let him end up like Daddy Lumba
Controversial gospel singer and self-proclaimed evangelist, Akwasi Nyarko, has called on the government for aid following a purported career downfall.
Source: Instagram
In a video making waves online, the gospel artiste called on President John Dramani Mahama with complaints about economic hardship and neglect.
Akwasi claimed that he had been neglected after supporting the ruling party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), in past elections.
According to him, he is frustrated with his current living conditions and claimed he had gone days without eating and was unable to pay his child’s school fees.
In his words:
“President Mahama, it seems you’ve forgotten about me. I composed a campaign song for you. I’m hungry, I haven’t eaten in 3 days because I have no money. My child has dropped out of school because I can’t afford the fees.”
Akwasi calls out President Mahama for help
Akwasi Nyarko is known for his worship songs and public endorsement of the NDC, particularly in the Ashanti Region.
Sadly, he claimed that his involvement in the party’s politics has put a dent in his music career
Source: Instagram
“I’m not getting shows because I sang and campaigned for the NDC in the Ashanti Region. Please come to my aid; don’t let me die like Daddy Lumba and Dada KD,” he said.
He added:
“Please, I am hungry, come and help me,” he pleaded.
Some of Evangelist Akwasi Nyarko’s popular songs include Me Hia Yesu, Woye Onyame, Adom No Nti, Enye Den, Yesu Mogya, Mekra, M’aseda Nwom, Awurade Kasa, Meye Obi, and Adekye Nsroma.
Watch the video below.
Ghanaians respond to evangelist’s plea for help
YEN.com.gh collected reactions from Ghanaians who watched the video on X. Some of the reactions are below.
@ma_kafuii wrote:
“Which song did he actually compose though? Am I only one who’s not familiar with the song?”
@yo_badman said:
“😂😂😂😂😂😂 Awwww who en father this?”
@posiogh commented:
“Hungry men of God.”
@Nanatactice commented:
“Ah I thought this man is a pastor or prophet anaaa? Where are the church members.”
@UTDErnesto wrote:
“Basic education is free. SHS is also free.”
@Simply_miles8 said:
“Make we talk truth. Did any one hear this song during the election period?”
@atemooh wrote:
“He’s an opportunist. This guy has registered in over 20 churches as a member. Whenever he comes to perform and realise there’s cash in the church, he quickly becomes a member. Every Sunday, he’ll come perform, move to another, and so forth.”
MPs sing their favourite Daddy Lumba songs
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that in Parliament, MPs paid tribute by singing legendary singer, Daddy Lumba’s songs and reflecting on his impact on Ghanaian music.
This comes after the report of his death on July 26, 2025. One MP used the lyrics of “Yɛ Ne Wo Sere Kwa” to subtly criticise the majority, while others shared their favourite Lumba songs.
Proofreading by Omoleye Omoruyi, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
