Oyerepa FM's Nana Asante Soaba Is Dead, Ghanaians Mourn

Oyerepa FM's Nana Asante Soaba Is Dead, Ghanaians Mourn

  • Oyerepa FM listeners are in disbelief over the demise of Nana Asante Soaba, who passed on January 21
  • A family source indicated that the seasoned broadcaster died after he succumbed to an unspecified illness
  • Ghanaians who took to the comments section of the post have mourned with the grieving family over the loss

Workers at Oyerepa FM are in mourning following the death of their colleague and seasoned broadcaster, Nana Asante Soaba.

The host of the radio station’s evening program, Mpanin Atenase, reportedly died on January 21, 2025, after a period of illness.

Nana Asante Soaba, Mpanini Atenase, Oyerepa FM, Death, Kumasi, Ghana
The host of Mpanini Atenase, Nana Asante Soaba on Oyerepa FM is dead. Photo credit: @Oyerepa FM/YouTube
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A report by Oyerepa FM on Facebook indicated that the famed broadcaster had succumbed to an undisclosed illness.

According to his relatives, Nana Asante Soaba had been battling with his health for several years.

"Despite his health challenges, he remained a committed and passionate broadcaster until his condition worsened in recent months. His untimely demise has left a void in the media landscape of Kumasi."

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The illustrious career of Nana Asante Soaba

Nana Asante Soaba rose to prominence in the media industry at Angel FM, where his illustrious career began.

His dedication and hard work were acknowledged and rewarded as he won numerous awards as a newscaster. He then moved to Oyerepa FM in 2021, where he worked until his demise.

At Oyerepa FM, Nana Asante Soaba earned the admiration of his audience due to his affable personality, humour and vibrant style of hosting his programme.

He will be laid to rest on January 22 in accordance with Islamic traditions.

At the time of writing the report, the post on the Facebook page of Oyerepa FM had raked in numerous reactions and comments.

Below is a video of Nana Asante Soaba in his element:

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Peeps console family of Nana Asante Soaba

Social media users who reacted to the post expressed their deepest condolences to Nana Asante Soaba's family and the Oyerepa media fraternity.

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Vidash Nardzo commented:

"My favorite man, may his rest in peace."

Andrews Kofi Frimpong indicated:

"Rest in peace Papa such a humble man."

Cecilia Ofosu added:

"I have been waiting for the day you will resume work but death has laid his icy hands on you. Rest well my best host."

Adwoa Boahemaa Dilys

"I don't want to believe aaww Nana why, u broke, our hearts... I can hear u mentioning my name on the Mpenin Atenase and cracking jokes...Eeiii so why didn't the media inform us for medical assistance though?"

Nana Adjowa Melly added:

"Rest well Nana,I was always looking forward for your coming back."

Auntie Naa Mourns Nana Asante Soaba

Renowned media personality Auntie Naa was emotionally overcome as she paid a heartfelt tribute to her late colleague, Nana Asante Soaba.

Reflecting on their cherished moments, Auntie Naa expressed deep sorrow over losing her friend and mentor.

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Loyal listeners of Oyerepa FM have also extended their condolences to the grieving family and the entire Oyerepa media team during this difficult time.

C-Confion laid to rest

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Ghanaian actor the late Bright Owusu, popularly known as C Confion, had been laid to rest.

Relatives of C-Confion poured libation while facing the coffin and, in his own words, rallied the gods to also receive his spirit.

The chief later laid a curse, praying that the gods would deal with anyone who might have contributed to the actor's death.

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Philip Boateng Kessie (Human-Interest editor) Philip Boateng Kessie started writing for YEN.com.gh in 2022 and is the Head of the Human Interest desk. He has over six years of experience in journalism and graduated from the University of Cape Coast in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies. Philip previously served as a reporter for Graphic Communications Group Limited (GCGL) and as a content writer for Scooper News. He has a certificate in Google News Initiative News Lab courses in Advanced Digital Reporting and Fighting Misinformation. Email: philip.kessie@yen.com.gh.