Former Adom FM Programmes Manager, Ahuma Bosco Ocansey, popularly known as Daddy Bosco, has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Multimedia Group staff, DJ Awanna.
DJ Awana, born Samuel Tei Mensah Nartey, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the 37 Military Hospital after a short illness.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Daddy Bosco, who played a pivotal role in DJ Awanna’s early career, said the news of his death shocked and devastated him. However, he finds solace in the memories and the legacy Awanna left behind.
“We were about to start Adom FM in Tema and we needed a DJ, so I brought in Awana,” he said. “I have worked with many people, but he was a very humble guy. I taught him what he needed to do and he delivered exceptionally.”
Daddy Bosco recalled discovering Awanna while he was working with a group called Solar Record. Recognising his talent and humility, he mentored Awana, urging him to focus on technical mastery instead of just on-air presentation.
“There were many of them, but he was the most receptive. He would take everything in good faith and execute it. He was a cheerful guy, never held a grudge, and always had a smile,” he noted.
He also shared details of their last interaction. Just a few days before Awana’s passing, Bosco contacted him to DJ at the funeral of Osibisa band member Teddy Osei.
“I reached out to him around 9 to 10 p.m., but he told me he wasn’t well and was at 37. He suggested Bridash, but I declined, even though I knew Bridash was up to the task as Awanna’s trainee,” he recounted.
Daddy Bosco said though Awana is no longer with them, his legacy continues through the young DJs he mentored.
“He has contributed greatly to music in Ghana and I believe his name will not be forgotten,” he added.
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