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  The well-known Ghanaian DJ, AWANA, is said to have died following a brief illness.
  
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  The tragic demise of the DJ from Adom FM and Hitz FM was first reported by talent manager Nana Poku Ashishon.
  
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  A number of Ghanaians, along with DJ Awana’s peers in the entertainment sector, expressed their grief over his death through social media platforms.
  

Famed Ghanaian DJ Samuel Tei Mensah Nartey, widely recognized in the media and entertainment circles as DJ Awana, is reported to have passed away.

News of the premature death of the beloved radio host broke on Sunday, April 6, 2025, sparking sorrow throughout the Ghanaian entertainment sector.

Nana Poku Ashi, who serves as both an entertainment analyst and the manager for renowned multiple award-winning highlife artist Kwabena Kwabena, shared news of DJ Awana’s unexpected death via a social media update.

In a touching message posted online, the artist manager praised DJ Awana for his accomplishments and pivotal role in the Ghanaian music scene. Additionally, they expressed their commitment to advancing a venture they initiated together with the late disc jockey.

He wrote:

Find peace, dear friend. I vow to continue advancing our strategy despite this setback. The team at KBKB joins me in mourning the loss of DJ Awana. Keep moving forward until we reunite, DJ; your absence leaves a void.

Media figures Nana Yaa Konadu Yiadom, Ohemaa Woyeje, along with seasoned radio host DJ Ashmen, used their different social media channels to express condolences over DJ Awana’s death and to commend their departed peer within the entertainment industry.

Adom FM, DJ Awana’s employer, announced via social media that the disc jockey sadly passed away at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra, following a brief illness.

DJ Awana’s professional journey in the media sector of Ghana

DJ Awana launched his notable media journey at Adom FM in Tema back in 2003, swiftly becoming a prominent figure within Ghana’s media landscape and vibrant live events sphere.

In 2007, the deceased DJ made waves when he left Adom FM to join Oman FM at Kencity Media, a station owned by Stella Agyapong Wilson, who is married to well-known Ghanaian entrepreneur and ex-Member of Parliament for the Assin Central district, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong.

Later, DJ Awana rejoined the Multimedia Group and started working at Hitz FM. He gained widespread recognition throughout his career for his distinctive jingle, “3y3 Awana nie oo,” which became a familiar tune to his audience on the radio.

Take a look at the social media posts mentioned below:

Ghana mourns the tragic death of DJ Awana

A lot of people from Ghana flocked to social media platforms to express their grief over DJ Awana’s unexpected death.

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has compiled some feedback from social media users below:

mercy.sharp commented:

Awwwww Awaana😢😢😢though he barely spoke, his choices brought joy to the heart❤️.

uhurubardman said:

Wow, what a warrior! This individual was an invaluable contributor. They dedicated themselves fully. Now, their new chapter starts. Thanks, solider. Until our next encounter.

BdKojo commented:

Oh, DJ Awana nooo oh oh oh may his soul find peace.

Adwenpahene meets his demise

Earlier,

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It has been reported that Adwenpahene, a Ghanaian blogger based in Germany, sadly passed away.

Nana Prempeh of Bigscout Media took to social media to announce the controversial blogger’s sad passing.

The reason for Adwenpahene’s death remained unclear, but he left behind a spouse and five children.