Appiah Stadium Displays His Kind Side, Gifts Ghanaian Artist GH¢2K After Making a Portrait of Him

• Staunch NDC supporter, Appiah Stadium, received a beautiful portrait of himself from a Ghanaian artist
• Touched by the gesture, the NDC fanatic blessed the young man with some Ghanaian cedi notes in a video
• Netizens who saw the post were impressed with the gesture and expressed their views in the comments section

Famed NDC supporter, Appiah Stadium, received a heartwarming gift from a Ghanaian artist who admired him from afar.

The young man who introduced himself in a video as Armoo Baffour made a beautiful portrait of the popular Ghanaian political commentator, worth GH¢1,000, and presented it to him.

A video which has surfaced on social media shows Appiah Stadium overwhelmed with joy after seeing the portrait.

The portrait was an adorable image of Appiah Stadium wearing an African print shirt. He had the same beautiful smile he wore in the original photo, in the portrait made by Armoo, impressing the staunch NDC supporter.

Appiah, impressed with the image, asked how much he often charged for designing such artworks. In response, Baffour said he often took GH¢1,000 from customers.

Appaih Stadium then reached for his purse, counted GH¢2,000 and handed it over to the young man, who was not expecting the gesture. He thanked Mr Stadium profusely, beaming with excitement in the video.

Watch the video of Appiah Stadium giving Francis some Ghana cedi notes below:

Who is Appiah Stadium?

Frank Kwaku Appiah, widely recognised as Appiah Stadium, is a prominent Ghanaian political commentator and activist known for his fervent support of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and former President John Mahama.

Based in Kumasi, he has become a notable figure in Ghanaian politics, often drawing attention for his passionate and sometimes controversial public appearances.

Appiah Stadium's political journey

Appiah Stadium's political journey began with the New Patriotic Party (NPP), but he later shifted allegiance to the NDC, citing personal experiences and ideological alignment.

He has publicly credited former President Mahama with saving his life during a challenging period, a gesture that solidified his loyalty to the NDC. His unwavering support has made him a familiar presence at party events and political gatherings.

Appiah Stadium shows kindness to an artist

Beyond politics, Appiah Stadium has demonstrated generosity in his interactions. In a recent instance, he received a portrait of himself from a young Ghanaian artist named Armoo Baffour.

Impressed by the artwork, Appiah Stadium gifted the artist GH¢2,000, double the amount the artist typically charges, showcasing his appreciation and support for local talent.

Appiah Stadium commended for gifting artist money

Netizens who saw the video of Appiah Stadium gifting the young man money were impressed and hailed him in the comments section.

@ChosenZamani wrote:

"So, Appiah stadium get money?"

@owura_kwak56700 wrote:

"Power is sweet indeed. They only give when they are in power."

@WeGetMission wrote:

"Poor man gifted money, the media is quiet, Rich man gifted money, it became a topic for the whole nation. The rich people will now enjoy the money alone with their close families now. Well done, people of Ghana."

Appiah Stadium lies on the ground

Known for his dramatic displays of reverence, YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Appiah Stadium recently garnered attention for lying on the floor to show respect to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

The incident happened during the Millennium Excellence Award golf tournament held in Kumasi, Ashanti Region.'

This act ignited mixed reactions online, with some praising his humility and others questioning the appropriateness of such gestures.

Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh