Akwaboah
Musician, Akwaboah, has responded strongly to social media criticism following a photo he shared on his wedding anniversary, which some people used to question his appearance and happiness.
In an interview on Okay FM with Nana Romeo, the “Ensesa” hitmaker explained that he looked tired in the picture because of a tight performance schedule.
According to him, he had traveled to Kwahu for a show, played for an hour, and returned to Accra the same evening without getting proper rest. Despite being exhausted, his wife asked for a photo on their anniversary, and he agreed out of love.
“I told her I was tired, but you know women love these things. So, we took one,” he said.
After posting the photo, some social media users zoomed in on his face and began making jokes, claiming he looked unhappy or even suggested his wife was draining him. Akwaboah expressed disappointment at the comments and labelled them as “foolishness.”
“People said things like, ‘The madam is sucking his blood,’” he said. “I wasn’t even thinking about myself—I just wanted to make sure my wife wouldn’t be criticised.”
Akwaboah said what helped him stay calm during the trolling was the reminder that he had just come from a successful show and was enjoying the results of his hard work—something many of his critics couldn’t claim.
He also shared that he had warned his wife before they got married to expect public criticism because of his life as an artiste. Despite the harsh comments, he said they both laughed about it and even went out to eat.
“Now she knows how it works,” he said.
Reflecting on the situation, Akwaboah said people often attack others who are doing well.
“People throw rocks at things that shine,” he noted.
He also condemned cyberbullying, saying it’s frustrating when people with no achievements or proper social media presence feel bold enough to insult others.
“When I wake up, I don’t ask my critics for food. I take care of my family. If what you say doesn’t take food off my table, it doesn’t matter,” he concluded.
Despite the trolling, Akwaboah remained confident and encouraged others to stay mentally strong when dealing with public criticism.