Sarkodie Supports Yaw Sarpong’s Family With GH₵10,000 Donation at Funeral
- Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie was among the public figures who attended the final funeral rites of gospel legend Yaw Sarpong
- The musician supported the bereaved family with a GH₵10,000 donation during the ceremony
- His gesture drew attention as many gathered to pay their last respects to one of Ghana’s most respected gospel voices
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Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie showed support to the family of the late gospel legend Yaw Sarpong after attending his final funeral rites over the weekend.
Source: TikTok
The award-winning musician was among the well-known faces who joined relatives, friends, gospel musicians and fans to bid farewell to the veteran singer, whose burial took place on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Sarkodie donated GH₵10,000 to Yaw Sarpong's family
During the ceremony, Sarkodie donated GH₵10,000 to the bereaved family as part of his contribution toward the funeral arrangements.
His presence at the funeral drew attention online, especially because Yaw Sarpong was regarded as one of the most influential figures in Ghanaian gospel music.
For decades, the late musician and his Asomafo Band produced songs that became staples in homes, churches and public gatherings across the country.
The rapper was seen among mourners who gathered to honour the life and legacy of the gospel icon.
His donation added to the many tributes paid to Yaw Sarpong, whose final funeral rites brought together people from different walks of life, including members of the gospel fraternity, entertainers and admirers of his music.
Several videos from the ceremony circulated online, with many praising Sarkodie for showing up and supporting the family at such a difficult moment.
His gesture stood out as one of the moments that caught attention from the funeral, with many seeing it as a sign of respect from one Ghanaian music star to another.
Watch the TikTok video below:
Yaw Sarpong’s death marked the end of an era for Ghanaian gospel music.
Who is Yaw Sarpong?
Yaw Sarpong rose to prominence with songs that carried strong Christian messages and remained relevant for decades, earning him respect as one of the country’s enduring gospel legends.
His music touched many lives over the years and helped shape the sound of gospel music in Ghana.
Even in his final years, he remained a respected figure whose contribution to the industry was widely acknowledged by both fans and fellow musicians.
Sarkodie’s donation was therefore seen not only as financial support for the family but also as a tribute to a man whose work left a lasting mark on Ghanaian music.
As tributes continue to pour in, Yaw Sarpong is being remembered for the songs, ministry and legacy he left behind.
Source: UGC
Yaw Sarpong's family bids Maame Tiwaa farewell
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that the final funeral rites of legendary Ghanaian vocalist Maame Tiwaa have sparked widespread reactions online following the emotional tribute from Yaw Sarpong’s family.
In a TikTok video, the elder brother of the late Yaw Sarpong led the family as he shared an interesting memory of when Maame Tiwaa nearly left the Asomafo music group.
Gospel legend Mama Esther also shared an emotional tribute, praising Maame Tiwaa’s contribution to gospel music and highlighting the lasting impact of her powerful songs.
Source: YEN.com.gh
