Accra, Ghana – January 20, 2026 Legendary Ghanaian gospel singer Yaw Sarpong, founder and leader of the renowned Asomafo gospel group, has passed away at the age of 66. His death was confirmed on Tuesday morning by his manager, Nana Poku Ashis. Yaw Sarpong rose to prominence in the 1980s and 1990s, shaping the sound of contemporary Akan gospel music with timeless songs that inspired generations of believers.

Tributes are pouring in from across Ghana’s gospel fraternity, with fans, fellow musicians, and church leaders describing him as a spiritual icon whose ministry through music touched countless lives. His passing comes just weeks after the death of Maame Tiwa, a key member of Asomafo, deepening the grief within the gospel community. Funeral arrangements and memorial services are expected to be announced in the coming days as the nation mourns the loss of one of its greatest gospel pioneers.