Kwabena Kwabena
Musician Kwabena Kwabena has issued a word of caution to African footballers playing abroad, advising them to be careful when entering relationships with foreign women, particularly White women.
Speaking on UTV’s United Showbiz, the award-winning singer addressed the ongoing rape allegations involving Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey, using the case as a point of reflection to offer guidance to African footballers overseas.
“I don’t want to sound racist, but I would advise these young African men going overseas to play football to be cautious in their relationships with White women,” he said.
Kwabena Kwabena observed a pattern in which many African players, after achieving successful careers abroad, end up facing serious personal and legal challenges tied to romantic relationships. He cited issues such as divorces, property disputes, and child support battles as common outcomes.
“Most of these African footballers, after they’ve gone out there, eventually get involved with White ladies and end up in one issue or another… It doesn’t end well for them,” he added.
The singer further urged Ghanaians not to mock others in difficult situations but to learn from their experiences.
“When you see a man fall, don’t laugh – learn. If not, you might also fall,” he cautioned.
Kwabena Kwabena acknowledged that such issues are often rooted in more complex personal dynamics, stating that Thomas Partey “might have had things going on with her in the past,” suggesting there could be deeper context behind the allegations.
His comments come as Partey faces intense scrutiny over serious legal charges. The former Arsenal midfielder has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault involving three women. The alleged incidents occurred between 2021 and 2022.
Partey has denied all the charges and is scheduled to appear before the Westminster Magistrates’ Court on August 5.