{
  "id": 16637332,
  "title": "Sarkodie honours Bernice Offei and Daddy Lumba at Rapperholic 2026 as Kumasi embraces the rapper",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/sarkodie-honours-bernice-offei-and-daddy-lumba-at-rapperholic-2026-as",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-26T17:15:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "GBC Ghana",
    "slug": "gbc-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.gbcghanaonline.com/news/sarkodie-honours-bernice-offei-and-daddy-lumba-at-rapperholic-2026-as-kumasi-embraces-the-rapper/2026/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie honored gospel artist Bernice Offei and the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba during the 2026 edition of his annual Rapperholic concert in Kumasi. The event, held at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on October 24, drew thousands of music enthusiasts to celebrate both the rapper's influence and the legacy of these influential musicians. Daddy Lumba, whose real name was Charles Kwadwo Fosu, was celebrated for his lasting impact on Ghanaian highlife music. Sarkodie also acknowledged Offei's contribution to Ghanaian music as he incorporated a gospel element into the evening's festivities. The concert showcased performances from various Ghanaian artists, including Dope Nation, Mr Drew, Lasmid, Oseikrom Sikani, AratheJay, and Sister Afia. King Promise joined Sarkodie on stage, further enhancing the night's highlights. Beyond the music, the Rapperholic brand has grown since its inception in 2012, becoming one of Ghana's most recognized annual music concerts. The decision to host the 2026 event in Kumasi, the Ashanti Regional capital, marked the second consecutive year for the concert to be held in the region, expanding its reach beyond its traditional association with Accra. The massive turnout at Baba Yara Sports Stadium demonstrated Sarkodie's ability to draw fans from across the country to fill the stadium's 40,528 seats. The concert's success also underscored the economic potential of such events, as they can support various sectors of the orange economy, including tourism, hospitality, transportation, food, and fashion. Sarkodie's latest Rapperholic concert solidified the significance of music events in celebrating Ghanaian culture, honoring influential musicians, and creating opportunities for artists and businesses. As the event continues to grow beyond its original Accra base, Rapperholic 2026 has solidified its place in Sarkodie's career as an ambassador for the creative arts, fostering connections with fans in the Ashanti Region and beyond.",
  "summary": "By Osei-Tutu Esther Kumah Ghanaian rapper Michael Owusu Addo,widely known as Sarkodie has paid homage to gospel musician Bernice Offei and the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba during the 2026 edition of his annual Rapperholic concert, held at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Saturday, October 24. The concert brought together thousands of music lovers […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}