Veteran Ghanaian highlife musician Akosua Agyapong has explained why she refuses to answer questions about her marriage and personal relationships during interviews, insisting that her private life should remain separate from her music career.

Speaking in an interview with JoyPrime TV, the celebrated musician said she is frequently questioned about her relationship with fellow musician Nat Brew, popularly known as Amandzeba, but believes such issues are nobody’s concern.

According to Akosua Agyapong, she is under no obligation to discuss her personal life with the public and will only respond to questions related to her music and career.

“Nat (Amandzeba)? That should not concern anyone. It’s not part of my music. Nowhere in my music career have I indicated that I’m going to talk about my relationship or marriage because that is my personal life. When it has something to do with music, I am ready to answer,” she said.

The veteran singer stressed that she has children whose well-being comes first and does not want to make comments that could negatively affect them in the future.

She urged interviewers and media personalities to stay away from questions about her private life, explaining that celebrities can sometimes be pushed into making statements they later regret.

“Stay away from my private life because I have children. I will not come and sit here and say things that could hurt my kids. Some presenters throw questions at you, and if you’re not smart, you start answering things you may later regret. I came here because of my music, so ask me about my music career,” she stated.

Akosua Agyapong also took a swipe at some journalists and media personalities who constantly probe celebrities about their marriages and relationships. She suggested that some of these interviewers may themselves be facing challenges in their own relationships.

According to her, rather than focusing on their personal issues, some presenters appear more interested in uncovering details about the private lives of public figures.

“If you look at some of the presenters asking these questions, if you go behind the scenes, what they are going through in their own relationships may be very bad, yet they want to find out about somebody else’s,” she added.

The highlife icon maintained that while she is always willing to discuss her music, performances, and career, her marriage and family life are personal matters that should be respected.

Entertainment pundit Ernest Adu Kumi has expressed concern over rapper Kweku Smoke’s recent social media post referencing the FBI, cautioning that the timing of the message could attract unnecessary attention if the artiste has unresolved issues from his past.

Speaking during a discussion on Hitz FM on July 15, 2026, Ernest Adu Kumi praised Sarkodie for discovering and nurturing Kweku Smoke’s talent, describing the award-winning rapper as the person who helped transform the young artiste into one of Ghana’s notable music stars.

According to him, Sarkodie recognized Kweku Smoke’s potential long before many people did and deliberately invested in his growth.

“Now, he is leaving it for us to know that he had something that people didn’t see and, for that matter, Sarkodie saw it and decided to nurture that talent. That’s how we’re seeing the Kweku Smoke we are seeing today,” he said.

His comments came after Kweku Smoke made a post on social media that read

“If you no show me work, like by now FBI carry me,” while crediting Sarkodie for changing the direction of his life.

Despite acknowledging Sarkodie’s role in the rapper’s success, Ernest Adu Kumi warned that publicly mentioning the FBI could be unwise if Kweku Smoke has any unresolved issues that could be linked to criminal activity or past misconduct.

He explained that such a statement could encourage people to revisit the rapper’s past and question the circumstances under which Sarkodie introduced him to the music industry.

“However, I hope that he doesn’t have a past that may come haunting him. Looking at the period or the timing, if he has some past that may incriminate him, then I think the timing was wrong, and it was not strategic,” he stated.

Ernest Adu Kumi further stressed that if Kweku Smoke had ever been involved in anything that could be connected to the FBI or criminal investigations, making such a comment at this time could invite unwanted public scrutiny.

“That is, if he has done something in the past that connects to the FBI arrest, the timing may be wrong. People will begin to find out what he was doing then for Sarkodie to redirect his attention into the music business that he is praising him for,” he added.

Ernest Adu Kumi added, “That is, if he has done something in the past that connects to the FBI arrest, the timing may be wrong. People will begin to find out what he was doing then for Sarkodie to redirect his attention into the music business that he is praising him for.”

Media personality Ernest Adu Kumi has applauded Ghanaian rap icon Sarkodie for consistently supporting emerging talents in the music industry, describing him as the kind of person everyone needs in their life.

Speaking on Hitz FM while reacting to Kweku Smoke’s recent gratitude message to Sarkodie, Ernest Adu Kumi said the award-winning rapper deserves recognition for believing in young musicians and helping them grow their careers.

Although he briefly touched on ongoing discussions surrounding Kweku Smoke’s comments, Ernest said his main focus was on the positive impact Sarkodie has had on upcoming artists.

“Showing gratitude is good, but I’m praying that it wouldn’t incriminate him in the process because the FBI has not stopped. They are still on it, and whoever they find culpable, they’ll deal with that person,” he said.

He quickly shifted attention to Sarkodie’s mentorship, stressing that every talented individual needs someone who believes in them and helps them succeed.

“The most important thing is that we all need a Sarkodie in our lives. Somebody who believes in our talent, somebody who believes in our vision, somebody who will carry us on their back and make sure we see the light. It’s very important.”

Ernest Adu Kumi said Kweku Smoke’s public appreciation serves as evidence that Sarkodie has genuinely invested in the careers of many young artists.

He recalled Sarkodie’s previous projects, including collaborations that featured several up-and-coming musicians, saying those platforms introduced many new talents to music lovers.

According to him, songs such as “Biibi Ba” and other collaborative projects brought together young acts including Strongman, Amerado, Toyboy, Currency, and several others, giving them valuable exposure at a crucial stage in their careers.

He noted that many music fans first discovered some of these artists through the opportunities Sarkodie created for them.

Ernest encouraged the rapper to continue mentoring and promoting young musicians, saying there are many talented artists waiting for a chance to break into the industry.

“He should keep on doing that because there are a lot of young artists waiting at the gate, hoping that the door will be opened for them so they can also enter.”

He also urged other established musicians to emulate Sarkodie’s example by investing in the next generation of talent.

“God blesses you not for your own gains alone. He blesses you so that you can also be a helper to other people. Sarkodie has done well. We need to commend him, and other artists should also do the same.”

Ernest Adu Kumi concluded that when more established musicians support rising acts, Ghana’s music industry will continue to produce more stars and strengthen its global reputation.