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‘Love led me to drugs’ — rapper Agbeko shares painful story of addiction
Ghanaian rapper Bismark Yankah, better known as Agbeko, has revealed how his battle with drug addiction began after falling in love with a woman he met at a music show.
According to the “Wototome” hitmaker, he met the woman during a performance. What began as a casual friendship quickly turned romantic and later destructive.
“I was introduced to drugs by a female friend whose father had sent her from the UK to Ghana because of her addiction. she later became my girlfriend,” Agbeko said in an emotional interview.
He explained that the lady’s father brought her to Ghana hoping she would recover, but things worsened.
“Because of drugs, her father brought her down to change, but it b…
[17:59, 28/10/2025] Edem: Rapper Agbeko breaks down as he recounts struggles with addiction and life on the streets
Ghanaian rapper Bismark Yankah, popularly known as Agbeko, has shared a heartbreaking story about how drug addiction, memory loss, and financial hardship pushed him from fame to life on the streets.
In an emotional interview, the “Wototome” hitmaker broke down in tears as he recounted losing everything he once had, including his home and music career.
“I was doing drugs… I lost everything. I couldn’t get myself a place anymore. I had no means to rent a room. Everything that was holding me up was gone, and I found myself on the streets,” Agbeko said.
He explained that although he made some money from his music, it wasn’t enough to sustain him.
“I used to divide my money into three parts, one for bills, one for music, and one for feeding. That’s how I survived,” he noted.
The rapper tried to make ends meet through a small clothing business. “I sometimes carried bags around and showed people good clothes to buy,” he said.
Agbeko revealed that things got worse when he began suffering from memory loss, making it hard for him to recognize even familiar faces.
“Sometimes I forget people I’ve known for years. They think I’m showing off, but I’m really not. I just can’t remember,” he said, adding that he now believes he needs medical help.
Agbeko, who rose to fame with his hit “Wototome,” was once admired for his lyrical style and energetic performances. But like many entertainers, he faced personal struggles behind the scenes, which eventually affected his mental health and livelihood.
Despite his challenges, the rapper remains hopeful and says he is determined to seek help and rebuild his life. His story highlights the unseen battles many musicians face beyond the spotlight.
By: Jacob Aggrey
GHANAIAN UK-based gospel musician and songwriter, Victoria Ivy Obeng has finally released the much-anticipated Extended Play (EP), titled My Passion.
The EP is made up of five spirit-filled songs: ‘Take me deeper’, ‘Psalms 34’, ‘I surrender’, ‘I love you more than anything’ and ‘You Alone’.
The EP was birthed from a deep hunger for God’s presence and an unwavering love for Jesus Christ. Rooted in scripture and inspired by a life of worship, this project is a response to the call for total surrender.
“To love the Lord with all my heart, soul, mind and strength (Mark 12:30), songs like ‘Take me deeper’ and ‘I surrender’ express longing for intimacy with God and a willingness to yield completely to His will,” she revealed.
Ivy Obeng added, “also ‘You Alone’ and ‘I love you more than anything’ declare Christ as the centre of all devotions, while ‘Psalms 34’ reflects a lifestyle of continuous praise.”
She started singing at the age of eight, and with the determination to get to the top, Ivy Obeng has touched and impacted many lives with her God-given talent through ministrations at different events.
The gospel minister began writing and recording her songs in 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown. She is eager to impact lives and change destinies for the better through her awe-inspiring music.
The EP is available on all digital music stores worldwide.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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AFTER two years of silence, Clarion Clarkewoode roars again with ‘Aye Kwa’, to wit, the plot has failed.
‘Aye Kwa’ is a vibrant afrobeats track in which Clarion delivers a humorous and relatable narrative drawn from everyday life. The song is crafted to keep listeners engaged, entertained, and encouraged to stay fearless and unshaken in the face of negativity or hate.
When asked why he chose to release this song now, Clarion reflected that its lyrical content mirrors the challenges he has personally faced and, by God’s great grace actively at work in his life, overcome.
Anchoring his message in Scripture, Clarion affirms that through the finished and perfect work of Jesus Christ on the cross, “nothing present or yet to come can separate us from the love of Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 8:38–39).
In a message to his fans, Clarion said, “watch this space you’re going to be spoilt for choice this year. I’m making up for the two years of silence with a variety of massive tunes!”
‘Aye Kwa’ was produced by Kwame Yeboah (KwamStar) in the UK, with additional production and mixing by Martin Mawutor (Martinokeys) in Germany. It was mastered by Matt Foster in the UK, with background vocals by Claudia Trixie and Clarion Clarkewoode in Ghana.
‘Aye Kwa’ is now available for streaming and download on all digital platforms.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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