Sulemana Abdul Samed: Grief As Ghana's Tallest Man Reportedly Passes Away
- Reports emerged confirming the death of Ghana's tallest man Sulemana Abdul Samed, leaving many in disbelief across the country
- The news of Awuche's passing comes weeks after he was admitted to the hospital for medical treatment and urgent leg surgery
- Ghana's tallest man had become a widely recognised personality whose remarkable stature made him a national talking point
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Sulemana Abdul Samed, popularly known as Awuche, Ghana's tallest man, has died at 33, according to reports that began circulating on Monday, July 27, 2026.
Source: UGC
The news of his passing spread quickly across social media, with many Ghanaians expressing sadness at the loss of the towering personality, who had become a widely recognised figure in the country.
What happened to Sulemana Abdul Samed?
The exact circumstances leading to the demise of Sulemana Abdul Samed remain unknown.
However, reports from Ghanaweb indicate that he sadly passed away at the Tamale Teaching Hospital in the early hours of Monday, July 27, 2026.
The 33-year-old had been battling complications related to gigantism, although the exact cause of his death has not yet been officially disclosed.
Weeks before his untimely passing, Awuche had gone public with his struggle, indicating that he lacked the funds to travel to the hospital for a leg surgery he urgently needed.
His health had reportedly deteriorated due to complications from gigantism, prompting doctors at the Baptist Medical Centre in Nalerigu to refer him to the Tamale Teaching Hospital for further medical attention.
Samed's family claimed that the doctors recommended the amputation of his left leg, which had been affected by a severe infection.
The Facebook post announcing the demise of Ghana's tallest man Sulemana Abdul Samed is below:
Ibrahim Mahama's intervention in Sulemana's health case
Samed's recent health issues drew the attention of Ibrahim Mahama, the renowned Ghanaian business mogul and younger brother of President John Dramani Mahama.
The businessman, via his special aide Rafik Mahama, publicly pledged to cover the cost of his treatment and the urgent leg surgery.
He also shared on his official Facebook page that Ibrahim had made arrangements to transport the late Samed to the Tamale Teaching Hospital, where he was eventually admitted before his demise.
The Facebook post detailing Ibrahim Mahama's pledge to offer financial assistance to Sulemana Abdul Samed is below:
Who was Ghana's tallest Sulemana Abdul Samed?
Sulemana Abdul Samed, aka Awuche, was a 33-year-old man who hailed from Gambaga in the North East Region of Ghana.
He gained global recognition in recent years after photos of his remarkable height went viral on social media, with many considering him the tallest man in Ghana.
According to a BBC report, Sulemana Abdul Samed’s height was measured to be approximately 7 feet 4 inches (2.23 metres) tall.
This measurement was taken using a 16-foot tape measure to ensure accuracy after earlier rumours claimed that he was around 9 feet 6 inches tall.
Samed was later diagnosed with gigantism, a medical condition that causes excessive growth and abnormal height in individuals.
His physical distinction had turned him into something of a national curiosity and a celebrated personality, attracting widespread interest from fellow Ghanaians and beyond.
While full details surrounding the circumstances of his death, including his age and the cause of his passing, were not immediately available at the time of reporting, the news was nonetheless met with an outpouring of grief from members of the public.
2023 Ghana's Strongest champion Godfred Akolbila dies
Earlier, YEN.com.gh detailed the untimely passing of Godfred Akolbila, the strongman athlete and winner of the 2023 TV3 Ghana's Strongest competition, who reportedly died on July 14, 2026, following a battle with illness.
His remarkable success in strength athletics, culminating in a memorable victory after six attempts, left a lasting impact on the community, with fans expressing their heartbreak and disbelief across social media.
Source: YEN.com.gh
