Bawumia visits ailing gospel musician Yaw Sarpong, donates GHS100,000

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia yesterday paid a visit to renowned gospel musician Yaw Sarpong, who has been battling health issues for over a year. The Vice President, accompanied by a delegation from the New Patriotic Party (NPP), visited Yaw Sarpong at the camp of Bishop J.Y. Adu, where he is currently receiving care.

During the visit, Dr. Bawumia donated GHS100,000 to support Yaw Sarpong’s medical expenses. The gesture was met with gratitude by Yaw Sarpong and his team, who have been seeking prayers and financial support to aid in his recovery.

Yaw Sarpong, known for his inspiring gospel songs, has been unable to perform due to his illness. The visit and donation by Dr. Bawumia have boosted his spirits and those of his fans, who have been praying for his speedy recovery.

The Vice President’s visit and donation demonstrate his commitment to supporting the arts and healthcare in Ghana. The move has been widely praised by Ghanaians, who see it as a gesture of kindness and compassion.

Renowned Ghanaian gospel singer and songwriter Yaw Sarpong has been a prominent figure in the music industry for over four decades. With a career spanning over 40 years, he has released an impressive 25 music albums and written over 100 songs. As the leader of the Asomafo group, he has been instrumental in spreading the message of hope and inspiration through his music.

His contributions to the gospel music genre have been recognized with awards, including the ECRAG Best Gospel Album award in 1999. Unfortunately, Yaw Sarpong has been bedridden for over a year due to a stroke, but his legacy and impact on the music industry continue to be celebrated.

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Today, the flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, and his campaign team visited renowned gospel musician Yaw Sarpong, who is currently at the camp of Bishop J.Y. Adu due to health issues. Dr. Bawumia donated GHS100,000 to support his healthcare. pic.twitter.com/OCCgqqNKmR

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