Rapper Sarkodie has sparked excitement on social media after announcing the date, venue and other details of his upcoming Rapperholic concert in Kumasi.
Sarkodie secured permission to host the historic concert in Kumasi during his visit to Manhyia Palace.
The rapper has organised the annual concert in Accra since 2011 and decided to have a homecoming concert this year.
News of his trip to Manhyia was met with wildly positive reactions online as Kumasi fans expressed their anticipation for the concert.
In a post shared to his Instagram handle on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Sarkodie shared details of his upcoming concert. He officially debuted the artwork for the concert, which he has titled Rappherholic: Homecoming.
The event would be held on September 27, 2025, at the Baba Yara sports stadium in Kumasi.
Tickets for the Kumasi Rapperholic concert go on sale on Friday, 25 July.
The rapper and his entourage arrived at Manhyia Palace to fanfare as they appeared before the Asantehene. During the meeting, Sarkodie made an official request to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to be allowed to host his concert in the city.
The Asantehene expressed happiness at the rapper’s decision to finally bring his concert home. He also expressed an interest in attending the event, to the delight of Sarkodie and his team.
Sarkodie also received a huge honour when he was given access to sign the VIP visitors’ book at the palace.
Sarkodie’s Rapperholic announcement stirred reactions from his fans.
“I’m coming all the way from New York 🏙️!!🔥🔥. This is going to be history!!!”
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“This one is for Kumasi. It’s a must-go for me. 👏🔥😂”
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“We’re All Repping this One! OKODIE🦅!! ❤️❤️🇬🇭🔥🔥👑🙌🏿🙌🏿.”
Shadrack Amonoo Crabe 👁🗨
“Flight booked 🔥.”
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“You wise pass😂😂😂. Naaa, you’re so wise. Strategic plan paa nie.”
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Sarkodie Warns Against Fake AI Endorsements
The Ghanaian rap icon publicly disassociated himself from a circulating video that falsely portrays him endorsing a gaming platform.
The video, which has gone viral on social media, uses artificial intelligence (AI) to generate a hyper-realistic likeness of the award-winning musician.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Sarkodie warned fans not to be misled by the AI-generated content. He wrote: “AI getting out of hand … fake.”
The clip showed a digitally altered version of Sarkodie supposedly promoting a betting or gaming brand, raising concern among fans who initially believed it to be genuine.
Sarkodie’s swift denial comes amid growing global concerns about the misuse of AI in creating deepfake videos, particularly those involving public figures and celebrities.
With technological advancements making it increasingly difficult to distinguish between real and fake content, the rapper’s post serves as a cautionary message about digital misinformation.
The incident highlights the need for stricter regulations and digital literacy to protect public figures from identity manipulation and to prevent the spread of misleading content.
Sarkodie is not the first global celebrity to be targeted by AI impersonation, but his public response adds to the growing chorus of entertainers urging for ethical boundaries in AI usage.
The rapper’s lament highlights the broader risks of AI misuse in entertainment and beyond. While AI technology has incredible potential to enhance creativity, streamline production, and open new avenues for artists, it also raises ethical and legal questions about consent, authenticity, and accountability.
As AI tools become more sophisticated, the lines between reality and fabrication blur, posing significant challenges for celebrities, marketers, and consumers alike.
The incident serves as a wake-up call for regulatory bodies, tech companies, and social media platforms to implement stronger safeguards against manipulated content.
It also emphasizes the importance of digital literacy among audiences to critically assess the authenticity of online materials. For artists like Sarkodie, protecting their image and voice from unauthorized use becomes a pressing concern requiring vigilance and proactive measures.
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