- Ghanaian singer Sista Afia expressed disappointment on Facebook after receiving no nominations at the 2024 Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
- She highlighted the absence of her hit song “Asuoden” (2021) from the list of nominees.
- Sista Afia suggested unfairness in the nomination process, implying some artists are favored without filing for nominations.
- She admitted keeping quiet for a long time to avoid offending anyone but felt overlooked despite her hard work.
- The nominees were announced on March 28, 2024, at the Accra International Conference Centre, with her name missing.
- Netizens offered support, urging her to focus on her music and fans rather than awards, highlighting her talent and popularity.
Ghanaian singer Sista Afia has openly shared her frustration after failing to receive any nominations at the 2024 Telecel Ghana Music Awards. Known for chart-topping hits like “Asuoden” and “Maradona” featuring DopeNation, the artist expressed her disappointment on Facebook, questioning whether she had somehow offended someone in the industry.
Sista Afia particularly lamented the exclusion of “Asuoden”, one of her most popular tracks in 2021, from the list of nominees. She hinted at possible bias in the nomination process, suggesting that certain artists may not even need to submit entries to be considered.
The singer admitted she had remained silent for a long time to avoid conflict but could no longer hide her discontent at being overlooked despite years of dedication to her craft. The awards, announced on March 28, 2024, at the Accra International Conference Centre, conspicuously omitted her name.
Fans and netizens quickly rallied behind Sista Afia, encouraging her to focus on her music and audience rather than awards. Many praised her talent, citing her street credibility and success, while advising her not to let the Ghana Music Awards define her worth. Supporters highlighted that her music, including international collaborations, would continue to solidify her status as a prominent artist regardless of accolades.
