Tic Tac, Otwinoko accuse Kwadee’s mother of sabotage amid recovery efforts

Ghanaian rapper Tic Tac and renowned broadcaster Otwinoko have spoken candidly about the ongoing media controversy surrounding celebrated hiplife musician, Okomfour Kwadee, laying blame squarely on his mother for what they describe as “needless negativity” tarnishing the artist’s name as he battles through recovery.

In a joint separate public remark, the two personalities expressed concern over the recurring media attention on Kwadee’s personal struggles, especially at a time when the musician is on a hiatus and undergoing rehabilitation. They argue that his mother’s actions have contributed significantly to the public spectacle and are detrimental to his recovery.

Tic Tac, whose real name is Nana Kwaku Okyere Duah, did not mince words, describing Kwadee as a “giant in Ghana’s music industry” who “has paid his dues.” He criticized the manner in which the artist is being dragged through the media, suggesting that his mother has played a central role in stoking the flames.

“Kwadee is a giant in Ghana’s music and has paid his dues, and as such should not be going through the media dragging led by the mother,” Tic Tac stated.

The rapper also threw his support behind broadcaster and media producer Hammer Nti, CEO of Hammer Productions and host of the ‘Hammer Time’ show, who has reportedly been instrumental in efforts to support Kwadee.

“I know and appreciate the help and effort Hammer Nti has put into it to ensure that Kwadee is fully sufficient and supported. I wouldn’t know why anyone would qualify his act as being accompanied by an ulterior motive,” Tic Tac added.

Echoing similar sentiments, popular broadcaster Linsford Kwabena Asare, widely known as Otwinoko, painted a troubling picture of Kwadee’s relationship with his mother, suggesting that she has long obstructed efforts to help the embattled musician.

“Kwadee’s mother has always been the bane of the child, causing negative affection for Kwadee over the years and for anyone that comes close to the son to help,” Otwinoko alleged.

He further claimed that the root of the tension lies in the mother’s disapproval of Kwadee’s music career, citing a perceived lack of recognition for his family as the reason for her opposition.

“She does not want Kwadee to do music as she feels Kwadee did not use his fame to recognize his family,” he explained.

Otwinoko, known for his spiritual and human interest broadcasts, did not hold back in urging the public to distance themselves from what he termed the “toxic” narrative driven by Kwadee’s mother.

“I urge the public to treat Kwadee’s mother with all the contempt she deserves and join forces with stakeholders who have exhibited good faith to help Kwadee back on his feet,” he said.

Kwadee, born Jerry Anaba, is a revered figure in Ghana’s music history, known for hits like Aboro Ne Bayie and Ofie Nipa. His unique blend of storytelling and social commentary made him a household name in the early 2000s. In recent years, however, his career has been marred by reported mental health challenges and periods of withdrawal from the public eye.

Previous reports the media have highlighted the back-and-forth between Kwadee’s family and well-meaning supporters over how best to manage his recovery. In 2020, a video showing a frail-looking Kwadee caused public outcry and renewed interest in his wellbeing. Since then, various industry stakeholders, including Hammer Nti, have attempted to rehabilitate the music icon and revive his career.

The latest commentary by Tic Tac and Otwinoko adds to the growing call for collective responsibility in safeguarding the legacy and well-being of one of Ghana’s most original voices in music.

Watch an excerpt of the interview below: