Ibrahim Mahama Rejects Appiah Stadium's Job Request at Damang Mines Handover Ceremony
- Ibrahim Mahama skillfully deflected job requests from Appiah Stadium during the Damang Mines handover ceremony on April 18, 2026
- The Engineers and Planners CEO told the political commentator there was no space for him, suggesting his place was in Kumasi
- The viral interaction sparked humorous reactions online, with Ghanaians poking fun at Appiah Stadium's reputation for 'begging'
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Ibrahim Mahama stirred reactions on social media after ‘skillfully’ turning down ‘begging’ requests from prominent political commentator, Appiah Stadium.
Source: TikTok
Appiah Stadium cornered the popular businessman during the ceremony for the handover of the Damang Mines held on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
The historically relevant mine, formerly operated by Goldfields, was transferred to the businessman, who serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Engineers and Planners, after the expiry of its old lease.
Ibrahim Mahama, Appiah Stadium ‘clash’ at Damang
In a video seen by YEN.com.gh and shared by Appiah Stadium on TikTok, the political commentator cornered the popular businessman to plead with him to be given a position at the mine.
He told Ibrahim Mahama that he needed a job and wanted to be employed in the Damang operation.
Mahama minced no words as he replied that he had no space for Appiah Stadium at the mine but suggested that his place was at Kumasi.
Appiah Stadium insisted on being given a position, but the Engineers and Planners CEO skilfully brushed him aside.
The interaction between the duo went viral and sparked humorous reactions from Ghanaians, many of whom made fun of Appiah Stadium’s legendary ‘begging’ skills.
The TikTok video of his interaction with Ibrahim Mahama is below.
Reactions to Appiah Stadium’s Ibrahim Mahama showdown
YEN.com.gh compiled some comments reacting to the video of the interaction between Appiah Stadium and Ibrahim Mahama at Damang.
Ibrahim Hussein said:
"Lowkey Appiah Stadium get favour oh."
neverenvygreatness wrote:
"Mr Ibrahim no dey enjoy his money o he dey take do donation & philanthropy works. Bless up & stay healthy 🙏🏾."
blacko commented:
"Man of the moment 🫡."
Popular businessman gifts Appiah Stadium cash
Meanwhile, on April 1, 2026, Appiah Stadium had an encounter with the prominent businessman, Twum Barima, which ended with him being gifted a sizeable bundle of cash.
The duo were spotted in Stuttgart after Ghana’s international friendly against Germany on March 30, where they joined other supporters to unwind at a restaurant.
A viral video from the encounter showed Twum Barimah handing out a bundle of cash comprised of GH₵ 200 notes, which is the highest denomination of the Ghana cedi in circulation.
A grateful Appiah Stadium got down on his knees to express his thanks, stirring reactions on social media.
The Twitter video of Appiah Stadium's encounter with Twum Barimah in Germany is below.
Source: TikTok
Appiah Stadium flaunts GH₵420k Mercedes-Benz AMG
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Appiah Stadium flaunted a Mercedes-Benz AMG he had reportedly acquired from the fruits of his businesses.
In a video, he claimed the GH₵420k car had been shipped from the US, and he had gone to take possession of it after returning from a trip to Germany.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
