Philipa Baafi releases new gospel single ‘Enko Akyiri’

Ghanaian gospel artist Philipa Baafi has introduced a new single titled "Enko Akyiri," meaning "May It Be Far From Me," which emphasizes the themes of faith, prayer, and divine protection. The song, released on Friday, October 16, 2026, is crafted in the Twi language and implores believers to rely on God’s safeguarding presence, advocating hope over fear in the face of life’s uncertainties.

Central to the piece is its repeated refrain, "Enko akyiri, emma no emma me so," signaling that such tribulations ought to remain distant and not affect them.

The song’s structure employs a call-and-response style that engages the audience in declaring its message, thus fostering a collective spirit of faith. A portion of the track, specifically starting around the 1:20 mark, has been singled out as a significant component of the song's broader digital campaign. This initiative is targeted at women, choirs, churches, gospel groups, families, and communities in Ghana and beyond, encouraging them to record and disseminate their own renditions of the declaration.

The inspiration for "Enko Akyiri" stems from the common struggles and spiritual dilemmas faced by everyday individuals, emphasizing prayers for protection, preservation, and triumph over adversity. Baafi herself notes that the song urges listeners to affirmatively declare, "Enko Akyiri," rather than accepting undesirable circumstances as their fate.

The official release aims to inspire personal introspection and communal expressions of faith, urging individuals to persist in prayer and maintain hope for a brighter future, even amidst challenging circumstances. Through its Ghanaian gospel musical style and uplifting chorus, Baafi transforms a personal plea for divine protection into a unified expression of collective faith.