The gospel music industry is in mourning following the passing of revered Gospel musician Yaw Sarpong, leader of the Asomafo gospel group.
The news of his demise was formally announced to the public and media by his Manager, Nana Opoku Ashis, on January 20, 2026. Yaw Sarpong’s death comes barely a month after the passing of Maame Tiwa, a member of the Asomafo music group.
While the full details surrounding the circumstances of Sarpong’s death are yet to be revealed to the public, it is understood that the 66-year-old musician had been battling health complications that had forced him to withdraw from public performances.
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Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Ghana’s gospel music history, Yaw Sarpong and his music group gained prominence with their distinct singing style and lyrical content rooted in Christian doctrines and the Akan language.
Over nearly five decades, Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo produced several inspirational gospel songs, including the popular hits “Wo Haw Ne Sɛn”, “Dua Esi Asubonten Ho”, and “Oko Yi”, many of which remain classics across Ghana.
In 2025, Yaw Sarpong was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards for his immense contribution to the gospel music fraternity in Ghana.