While Ghanaians globally showed immense support for Afua Asantewaa’s pursuit of a Guinness World Record for Ghana, some prominent figures expressed negativity throughout the Singathon challenge. Here are the top 5 celebrities who seemingly wished for the Singathon not to succeed:
- Rex Omar:
- As the current chairman of the Ghana Music Right Organization (GHAMRO), Rex Omar faced criticism for suggesting that the Singathon could be canceled due to copyright infringement. He demanded a playlist of songs from Afua Asantewaa, which stirred controversy. After Afua submitted the list, Omar apologized for his stance.
- Black Rasta:
- A veteran Ghanaian reggae and roots musician affiliated with Media General’s 3FM, Black Rasta opposed Afua Asantewaa’s dream from the beginning. He expressed concerns about the potential health risks of prolonged wakefulness. Despite backlash, Black Rasta maintained his negative stance without issuing an apology.
- Zapp Mallet:
- A renowned Ghanaian record producer and musician, Zapp Mallet, faced criticism for tweets during the Singathon. He questioned the value of Afua Asantewaa’s effort, claiming she was not doing anything worthwhile and suggesting she should stop and eat. Zapp Mallet later apologized after being educated on the rules of the challenge.
- Kwasi Aboagye:
- A controversial radio personality from Peace FM, a Despite Media radio station, Kwasi Aboagye, made negative remarks about Afua Asantewaa and her Singathon on his show. He advised her to stop, pack her things, and go home for more rehearsals, citing her supposed bad voice. After facing backlash, Aboagye apologized for his comments.
Despite these negative sentiments, Afua Asantewaa persevered and successfully completed her Singathon, earning support from a wide audience, including fellow celebrities, musicians, and political figures.