Nicholas Essuman: Kumasi-Based Radio Personality Passes Away, Tributes Pour In
- Popular Kumasi-based radio personality Nicholas Essuman has passed away under unknown circumstances
- The deceased's close friend announced his untimely demise following a conversation with his grieving family
- Nicholas Essuman's demise triggered sad reactions from many Ghanaians, including his many friends on social media
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Popular Ghanaian Kumasi-based radio personality, evangelist, motivational speaker, and author Nicholas Essuman has sadly passed away.
Source: Facebook
The late journalist's colleague, musician, entrepreneur, and life coach Korsi Asiseh announced his demise in a post on his official Facebook page on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
What happened to radio personality Nicholas Essuman?
He noted that the late Nicholas, associated with Nhyiaeso-based Kapital Radio 97.1 FM, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Asiseh stated that the deceased's family shared the news of his death with him in a conversation on Thursday, February 24, 2026.
The exact circumstances leading to the late Nicholas' demise remain unknown, with little information being shared on social media.
In an emotional post, Korsi Asiseh wrote:
"With a heavy heart, I wish to inform you that Nicholas Essuman has passed away. He passed away last Friday. The family confirmed this information yesterday. We will keep you all posted on further arrangements. Nicholas, you are already missed. Hmm."
Popular GTV Ghana sports reporter, analyst, and presenter Kennedy Boakye Ansah also mourned the late Nicholas, whom he described as his former school prefect in the 1997/1998 academic year back at Obuasi Senior High Technical School.
He wrote:
"Heeeeeerrrrr, this hurts badly. Our school prefect in the 1997/1998 academic year back at Obuasi Senior High Technical School, Nicky, is also gone to join his maker. Rest well, bro."
The news of Nicholas's demise has evoked sadness among his friends and loved ones on social media.
The Facebook post announcing the demise of radio presenter Nicholas Essuman is below:
Who was the late Nicholas Essuman?
The late Nicholas Essuman, fondly known as Nicky by his friends, was a popular journalist, life coach, author, and evangelist associated with Kumasi-based broadcast station Kapital Radio 97.1 FM.
Aside from his stint as an on-air presenter, he also served as a marketing manager of Imperial Broadcasting Limited, the mother company of the radio station.
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Nicholas was also an alumnus of Obuasi Senior High Technical School in the Ashanti Region, where he served in a leadership role.
Nicholas Essuman's demise stirs sad reactions
YEN.com.gh has gathered some comments from social media users below:
Kwadwo La Laser commented:
"Whaaaaat? Nicky!!! Oh noooo!!! Childhood friend from Moinsi Valley Estate and Mines school pal. I used to meet him at Asafo when I was in Tech. So sad!"
Kobe K Adjei wrote:
"Oh no, it can be, whaaat hmmmmm. There's nothing I can say at the moment. Nicky, our SP. Condolences to his family and loved ones. May our Lord Jesus Christ grace them with strength and courage."
Elvis Adusei-Agyemang said:
"I was lost to tears when I heard the news. SP, rest well with the Lord."
Richmond Knight Nkansah commented:
"Oh, how? I can't believe this. When did this happen? I was in touch with him a few weeks ago."
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Source: YEN.com.gh
