Meet Salinko, the Ghanaian actor: Everything we know about his divorce and death rumours
Kumawood has long produced films and TV shows that have enriched Ghana's entertainment industry. The industry has grown in terms of productions and venues since the early 2000s. As a result, several actors and actresses have emerged from the niche and are regarded as the best by fans. Among them is Abraham Kofi, also known as Salinko, who has recently immense gained popularity.
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Salinko is a well-known Kumawood actor, comedian, and brand influencer who has appeared in some of Ghana's most famous films. He has received praise for his work and is well known for his comedic relief roles. The star is also credited with bringing entertainment and fun to the industry. As a result, his work has received praise from critics and audiences alike.
Salinko's profile summary
| Full name | Abraham Kofi Essuman Davis |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of birth | 15 September 1979 |
| Age | 45 years old (as of 2024) |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| Place of birth | Kwabre, Ashanti region, Ghana |
| Current residence | Accra, Ghana |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Ethnicity | Black |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Hair colour | Black |
| Eye colour | Dark brown |
| Marital status | Married |
| Wife | Lydia Arthur |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | Kings International School, Kumasi High School |
| Profession | Actor, comedian, brand influencer |
Salinko's biography
Abraham Kofi Davies, popularly known as Salinko, was born on 15 September 1979 in Kwabre, Ashanti region of Ghana. How old is Salinko? The Kumawood star is 45 years old as of 2024. His zodiac sign is Virgo.
Abraham attended the Kings International School in Ghana for his primary studies and later joined Kumasi High School. He started his acting career early in life and has become one of the most successful Kumawood actors.
Career
Abraham Kofi began his acting career in 2006 and has appeared in a few Kumawood films. Some of Salinko's notable movies include Boys Abre: The Preacher and Koffi Tankas Court. His distinct acting style and natural talent earned him fame and fortune in Kumawood.
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Abraham runs his own production company, ABDAVE MEDIA PRODUCTION, which produces the TV program Bantama Kwasi Boakye on GTV and Metro television. He also has a YouTube channel called SALINKO TV, with over 47k subscribers and over 5 million views.
Political career
Aside from acting, the actor has dabbled in politics. According to Peacefmonline, Abraham ran for parliamentary elections in 2016 on the ticket of the PPP party. He stated that his motivation for entering politics and running for member of parliament (MP) was to serve his people.
Is Salinko married now?
Salinko's wife is Lydia Arthur. Abraham and Lydia Arthur married in a private ceremony on 9 November 2024. The celebration occurred at the Ascension Methodist Church in Haatso, Accra, and a few Kumawood industry leaders attended. Among the attendees were Don Little, Big Akwes, Matilda Asare, and others.
Salinko's divorce explained
The Ghanaian star was married to Nancy Owusu for over five years. The couple married on 7 September 2017 and divorced in 2023. They had two children together, a son and a daughter.
Nancy and Salinko's divorce became a major topic of discussion on social media in May 2023. In a dialogue with Poleeno Multimedia, Davis said that his ex-wife dissolved the marriage because she was "fed up."
The Ghanaian actor offered a passionate speech at his wedding ceremony on 9 November 2024, recounting his difficulties after his marriage collapsed. He described how, following his divorce, he had nobody to turn to but God. He stated;
When my marriage came to an end, I was facing a lot of issues. I went into marriage bankrupt, and I also lost my dad. I had no one to discuss my issues with except my maker.
What happened between Salinko and Mmebusem?
He made headlines in mid-2022 after a video surfaced of him in an altercation with Mmebusem, a fellow Ghanaian actor. The video titled Salinko slaps Ghana Jesus surfaced online, showing the moment Salinko slapped Ghana Jesus (Mmebusem) live on stage.
According to witnesses on the scene, there were some misunderstandings between the two backstage before they walked on stage. Mmebusem and Salinko have been said to be at odds since 2019.
Salinko's death rumours
Is Salinko, the Ghanaian actor, dead? The Ghanaian celebrity is alive and well. There were reports that the Ghanaian superstar died in 2020. He said his colleague Don Little posted a picture on his social media profile while filming a movie series broadcast on United Television (UTV).
According to him, the posters were created to fit a storyline in the series they were filming, so there was no reason for anyone to panic. He said:
I’m not dead, as it’s reported. We were shooting a TV series on UTV and there was a scene where we had to make a poster about myself. Don Little shared the poster with the inscription ‘What a shock’ on his page, making it go viral. So, I want to assure my fans and beloved people to be calm because I am not dead. It happened when were shooting a series. So if there are such plans, I cancel them in the name of Jesus, and it shall never come to pass
FAQs
- Who is Salinko? He is a well-known Kumawood actor who has appeared in some of Ghana's popular films and is famous for his comedic roles.
- What is Salinko's real name? The star was born Abraham Kofi Essuman Davis.
- How old is Salinko, the Ghanaian actor? The Kumawood star is 45 years old as of 2024.
- Is Salinko married? The Ghanaian star married Lydia Arthur in a private ceremony on 9 November 2024.
- Who is Salinko ex-wife? Nancy Owusu.
- Is Salinko dead? He is alive and well.
- What happened between Salinko and Mmebusem? Salinko made headlines in mid-2022 after a video surfaced of him slapping a fellow actor on stage.
Salinko is a comedian and entertainer from Ghana. He rose to prominence after running for a parliamentary seat in his home region in 2016. Unfortunately, he did not win, but he is still well-liked by his fans. Salinko had two children with his ex-wife, Nancy Owusu, and is now married to Lydia Arthur.
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