All You Need to Know About Ghanaian skit-maker Asafo Powers (Biography of Killa Ntua or Jonathan Sowah)
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All You Need to Know About Ghanaian skit-maker Asafo Powers (Biography of Killa Ntua or Jonathan Sowah)
Samuel Kwadwo Akowuah, popularly known as Asafo Powers or Killa Ntua, is a talented Ghanaian skit maker and musician who rose to fame in 2019. Born and raised in Kumasi, specifically in the Asafo suburb of the Ashanti Region, Sowah has become a household name in the Ghanaian entertainment industry.
Asafo Powers gained widespread recognition with his comedy skits, particularly one featuring a character modeled after Jonathan Sowah, a skilled football player from New Edubiase. The skit went viral internationally, with Ghanaian dancehall icon Shatta Wale even mimicking the style in a video.
One of his notable contributions to Ghanaian popular culture is coining the viral term “Killa Ntua,” which gained immense traction and was even referenced by a Ghanaian politician in parliament. This showcases the significant impact of his content on the nation’s discourse.
Asafo Powers’ impressive range of characters and impressions extends beyond football players, as he has also mimicked legendary soccer referee Pierluigi Collina in one of his skits, showcasing his versatility and comedic talent.
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Asafo Powers is often seen alongside his trusted partner, Mr. Amprah, popularly known as “Last Hero.” In an interview with Delay on her talk show, Asafo Powers revealed how he and Last Hero started their skit-making journey together. “We started in 2019 with nothing but skits and big dreams,” he explained. “Last Hero has been with me in every video since day one. We’ve kept going ever since, and one of our early milestones was a skit titled ‘Terms & Conditions,’ which we performed at a fitting shop.”
Asafo Powers’ collaboration with Last Hero has been instrumental in his success, with the duo creating numerous entertaining skits that have captured the hearts of Ghanaians and beyond. With their unique blend of humor and creativity, Asafo Powers and Last Hero continue to make waves in the entertainment industry.
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