Captain Smart's biography: Uncovering the career, wife, and net worth of the Ghanaian broadcaster
Captain Smart successfully made a name for himself in Ghana's media industry. His baritone voice, verbal prowess, and confidence make him one of the best radio presenters in the media and showbiz. The radio caster joined Adom FM as a morning show host in 2013. Where is Captain Smart now?
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Captain Smart is highly admired among Ghanaians because he uses the media to advocate for the less fortunate. Despite his good deeds, he has been through a lot, including losing his job, getting arrested, and facing opposition for criticizing politicians for their corruption and incompetency.
Profile summary
| Full name | Blessed Godsbrain Smart |
| Also known | Captain Smart |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of birth | 5 May 1975 |
| Age | 49 years old (as of January 2025) |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Place of birth | Eastern Region of Ghana |
| Current residence | Greater Accra, Ghana |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Ethnicity | African |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Hair colour | Black |
| Eye colour | Black |
| Father | Samuel Evans Egyir Smart |
| Mother | Auntie Aggie |
| Marital status | Married |
| Partner | Akosua Sikapa Smart |
| Children | 10 |
| School | Apam SHS |
| College | Garden City University |
| Profession | Radio personality and MC |
| Net worth | $2 million |
Captain Smart's biography
Who is Captain Smart? His full name is Blessed Godsbrain Smart. The firm and outspoken media personality is a Christian and a member of the Pentecost. He gained fame from Adom FM/TV's Dwaso Nsem segment.
Captain Smart had a sister who passed away four weeks after his father's death. His sister worked at Onua TV.
How old is Captain Smart?
Captain Smart from Ghana is 49 years old as of 2025. He was born on 5 May 1975 in a small village in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
Which tribe is Captain Smart?
Details about the Captain's tribe or ethnic group are not widely known or discussed in the public domain. However, Akans are the dominant inhabitants and natives of the Eastern region where the radio personality was born. Other main spoken languages in the region include Ewe, Krobo, Hausa and English.
Educational background
Godsbrain got his secondary education at Apam SHS, located in the Central Region, after completing his primary JHS education in his hometown's government schools. He then earned a diploma in mass communication and a degree at Garden City University.
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Career history
His career began at Fox FM in Kumasi, then OTEC FM, Kesewa Radio, and Nhyira FM of the Multimedia Network. He resigned from the Multimedia Network in May 2020 and moved to the Three Angels Broadcasting Network (ABN), owned by business mogul Kwesi Oteng.
ABN's CEO, Samuel Kofi Acheampong, suspended the radio host on his birthday, 5 May 2021, because his work put the company's founder, Dr Kwesi Oteng, under excess external pressure from the government and the Ghana Revenue Authority.
Godsbrain also worked at Adom FM. He created Adom FM's Fabewoso show and made it one of his trademarks. However, when Chief Jerry Forson (his successor) claimed to be the show's originator, Captain candidly stopped him from copying and stealing the credit.
Afterwards, Captain Smart became part of Onua TV, which is owned by Media General. The show Onua TV Live Today with Captain Smart has gained a significant following due to the TV personality's fearless expression of his opinions about political leaders.
His willingness to speak openly and candidly about sensitive topics resonated with many viewers, contributing to the show's increasing popularity. He was once arrested for publicly criticizing some leaders who remained silent regarding the difficulties that Ghanaians were experiencing due to government policies.
Is Captain Smart a soldier?
No. The military uniform Smart wore on air to celebrate soldiers was part of the reason he was arrested. It was alleged that the media personality incited the Ghana Armed Forces against Members of Parliament.
Where is Captain Smart working now?
Captain Smart works for Onua TV and also runs Smart TV on Instagram. His YouTube channel has over 130,000 subscribers and discusses issues relevant to Ghana and Africa, from politics to entertainment, lifestyle, sports, and current affairs.
He also recently rejoined the Convention People's Party (CPP) after a 16-year absence. He officially joined the CPP in 2006 and ran unsuccessfully for the Party's Ashanti Regional Chairmanship in 2007.
Who is Captain Smart's wife?
Captain Smart from Onua TV is married to Akosua Sikapa Smart. They have a son named Adomonline, born on 7 August 2019 in the US.
Captain proposed to his wife at the 2018 3G Awards held in the USA. They later had a traditional private wedding in 2019.
Captain was previously married to Afia Pokua (alias Vim Lady), a US-based Ghanaian media personality. They ended their relationship over allegations that he snatched the lady from another man from Germany called Johan Aikins-Murphy.
Johan Aikins, who later passed away, claimed that Afia was his wife of 18 years. Later, the radio caster came out to clear his name in a Kofi TV interview. He denied having a hand in Murphy's death and explained that he divorced Afia before his demise because he was tired of their marriage's controversies.
How rich is Captain Smart?
Captain Smart's net worth is estimated at about $2 million. He earned his wealth from his radio career and business investments. The celebrity also owns houses nationwide and drives luxury cars, including a small sports car, a Range Rover, and a Toyota Land Cruiser.
Photos of his mansion surfaced online in 2018. Captain Smart's house is a two-storey house covered with a gold theme. The interior is painted white and has two unique staircases leading to the top floor.
What happened to Captain Smart?
Deputy Inspector General of Police (IGP), COP Tetteh Yohuno, has initiated legal proceedings against renowned journalist Captain Smart and Media General Limited. This is over alleged defamatory remarks made during Captain Smart’s Onua Maakye program, which airs on Onua FM and Onua TV.
According to COP Yohuno, Captain Smart falsely accused him of engaging in political manoeuvring and unlawful actions designed to destabilize Ghana's political system.
The claim further alleges that Captain Smart suggested the Deputy IGP had attended meetings to secure a political appointment and that his promotion was facilitated through bribery and political favouritism.
The court documents reveal that Captain Smart alleged COP Yohuno visited the homes of National Democratic Congress (NDC) officials while claiming membership in the party, despite possessing a New Patriotic Party (NPP) membership card and paying dues.
Captain Smart also purportedly accused him of paying bribes to influence his appointment as IGP. The court document reads
The first Defendant stated that the Plaintiff was visiting homes of NDC officials and claiming to be a member of the said party when in fact the Plaintiff possessed a New Patriotic Party (NPP) card and paid dues. The first Defendant also suggested that the Plaintiff had been paying monies to influence his [the Plaintiff’s] appointment to the position of IGP.
In response, COP Yohuno is seeking multiple remedies, including a public retraction of the statements and an unreserved apology. He has demanded that Captain Smart and Media General issue three separate apologies across Onua TV, Onua FM, and three additional radio announcements.
The Deputy IGP is also claiming general damages for defamation and is requesting an injunction to prevent further defamatory remarks. He asserts that the publications have led to a barrage of calls and messages from concerned professional colleagues and relatives, causing significant distress.
Since the publications the subject of the instant suit, the Plaintiff has received several calls and messages from professional colleagues, relatives, who have expressed concern and fear for the Plaintiff as a result of the defamatory statements.
COP Yohuno contends that these baseless and malicious allegations have severely harmed his professional and personal reputation. He seeks aggravated damages, emphasizing that the defamatory statements were intended to tarnish his image as a respected law enforcement officer.
The statement of claim highlights that the false allegations have brought COP Yohuno’s hard-earned reputation into disrepute, subjecting him to public ridicule and contempt. The statement of claim asserts.
These false publications have injured Plaintiff’s image and have brought his hard-won reputation as a consummate professional policeman into ridicule and contempt.
K.T. Hammond threatens to sue Captain Smart
The Member of Parliament for Adansi Asokwa, K.T. Hammond, has warned broadcaster Captain Smart of potential legal action unless he issues a public retraction and apology for alleged defamatory comments about his tribe.
The controversy stems from a viral video in which Captain Smart and a co-host are accused of making tribal remarks about K.T. Hammond. In the video, the pair reportedly implied that Hammond questioned how “an Ewe person” could hold a parliamentary seat in Adansi Asokwa, located in the Ashanti Region.
The accusations have sparked widespread public discussion, with many calling for clarification on the matter. K.T. Hammond has firmly denied making such statements and is demanding that Captain Smart retract the comments and issue a public apology to avoid further legal action.
Part of the statement read:
The said statements that you attributed to our client were not only untrue, but the same amount to a very serious libel on him and have caused him considerable distress and embarrassment. All the allegations made against him are false and your attack on him was unjustified.
As a result, K.T. Hammond, through his legal team, is demanding a full retraction and apology, compensation, legal costs, and a commitment not to repeat the defamatory remarks. The letter concluded with the statement:
We expect a response without delay. Should we not receive a satisfactory reply by Wednesday, December 18, 2024, we have been instructed to file a Writ.
Captain Smart's latest news
Captain Smart recently shared some insights regarding the current relationship between former President John Agyekum Kufuor and the sitting President Nana Akufo-Addo.
According to Captain Smart, the two leaders dislike each other. While they may appear cordial in public, he claims that they privately resent one another.
He emphasized that he didn't want to make such statements but felt compelled to speak the truth this time. Captain Smart pointed out that their strained relationship dates back to 1994 when internal disagreements arose within their party.
He stated that the tension between them has persisted ever since, despite the public perception of their friendly relationship. He said:
Nana Addo never loved John Agyekum Kufuor. I will say it: he has never liked him. This whole thing began in 1994. You can tell there is political tension between Akufo-Addo and Kufuor. In public, they will appear calm, but they are not. They both know they dislike each other. These are things we can no longer conceal in this country.
Fast facts
- The radio host has won numerous awards throughout his career
- He has interviewed various Ghanaian leaders.
- He often condemns the challenging economy of Ghana and poor leadership.
FAQs
- Who is Captain Smart? He is a prominent Ghanaian media personality and radio journalist known for his outspoken criticism of political corruption and advocacy for the underprivileged.
- What is Captain Smart's age? Born on May 5, 1975, in the Eastern Region of Ghana, he is 49 years old as of January 2025.
- What is Captain Smart's real name? His real name is Blessed Godsbrain Smart.
- Who are Captain Smart's children? He has 10 children from his marriages and other relationships.
- Has Captain Smart left Onua TV today? As of January 2025, there is no publicly available information indicating that Captain Smart has left Onua TV
Captain Smart still soars higher despite the obstacles and controversies surrounding him. His talent and skills make him one of the most sought-after radio personalities in West Africa.
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