- A hypeman disrupted the solemn state funeral by excessively praising Dr. Kwaku Oteng, calling him “Ghana’s President”
- A soldier sternly scolded the hypeman for making unnecessary noise, forcing him to end his chants abruptly
- The businessman appeared frustrated, and Ghanaians’ reaction mocked the hypeman’s failed attempt at financial appreciation
Ghanaians are not pleased with the action of a soldier towards a hypeman at the state funeral held yesterday, August 15, 2025, in memory of the eight officials who tragically lost their lives in the recent helicopter crash.
A rather unusual scene unfolded at the State Funeral held yesterday, August 15, 2025, in memory of the eight officials who tragically lost their lives in the recent helicopter crash.
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In a video spotted by YEN.com.gh, a hypeman who was part of the cultural troupe during the solemn occasion, suddenly broke into a series of chants and praises directed at Dr Kwaku Oteng, the President and Founder of the Angel Group of Companies.
Soldier scolds hypeman in state funeral
The yet-to-be-identified man and his colleagues were visibly excited at Dr Oteng’s presence and began hailing him with exuberant titles.
He described the business mogul as a “Destiny Changer” and even went as far as calling him “Ghana’s President.”
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One joined in on his hype performance by playing the traditional goje instrument, while others cheered along.
In his words,
“Destiny Changer, I’ve already met you, and you asked me to come to Kumasi. So I’ll find time and come.
What you do for Ghana is great. May you live long.
Asanteman is grateful and proud of you.
Destiny Changer! Ghana’s president.
May you live long! You have made us proud.”
The businessman, who seemed to enjoy the performance at first, was getting frustrated.
Ghanaians who watched the video online applauded the hypeman for trying to lift up the atmosphere of the event. However, what was intended as praise quickly drew the ire of one of the soldiers providing security at the event.
The soldier, clearly unimpressed with the hypeman’s action during such a solemn occasion, sternly scolded him.
According to some Ghanaians, the soldier had thought the hypeman wanted to be appreciated financially for his actions.
The soldier could be heard screaming at the top of his voice for the man to keep quiet, as he was making unnecessary noise at a state funeral.
In his words:
“Shut up! You are making noise.”
Realising the weight of the soldier’s speech, the hypeman quickly withdrew, ending his chants abruptly.
He walked away quietly, visibly embarrassed.
Watch the video below.
Comments on hypeman’s action at state funeral
YEN.com.gh collected reactions from Ghanaians who watched the video on TikTok. Some Ghanaians stated that it was wrong of the Soldier to embarrass him in a public space, while others stated that funerals are not meant to be quiet. Some of the comments are below.
NYC Lollipop wrote:
“Poor man dey sing give rich man say “Nyame mbie sika kwan ma wo” eii.💀💔”
Onerealowureku commented:
“Soldier fuo ni nkwasiaaaa crown. 🙄”
Kofidegeneral said:
“But this man was stingy 😂😂 imagine all the hype.”
~K B~ said:
“The military guy doesn’t know what to do, that’s why. What he did doesn’t make sense. Funeral grounds are always noisy.”
Marvin Kofi Appiah wrote:
“While Ghana is mourning, others want to cash out.”
JM.ba.Nhyira🇸🇩 wrote:
“Nothing made me laugh more than the frafra musician. “
Titus Glover breaks down at state funeral
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that Hon. Titus Glover broke down in tears at the state funeral, overwhelmed by the loss of the victims.
The funeral ceremony included military honours, tributes, and readings, honouring the eight who passed away.
Ghanaians expressed deep sympathy, with many reacting emotionally to Glover’s grief and somberness.
Source: YEN.com.gh
