Veteran Northern music group, Choggu Boys have made a shocking revelation that has sparked outrage and ignited a fresh debate over the sustainability of the entertainment industry in Northern Ghana. Speaking in a recent interview on Dagbon FM, the legendary duo boldly declared that they have not earned a single cedi from the industry in over three decades of active service.
“We don’t make anything from the music industry,” they stated bluntly, expressing deep frustration with the current state of affairs. According to them, the only real source of income for artists in the North is through event performances—but even that comes at a personal cost. Choggu Boys lamented how they have consistently performed for free, especially at events organized by fellow musicians.
Worse still, they revealed that they often travel outside Tamale at their own expense just to perform, while still bearing the cost of accommodation and payment for their own dancers. This, they say, is not just unsustainable, but also unfair to artists who have given their all to the craft and community.
Despite the frustrations, Choggu Boys remain hopeful. “We still believe there’s a chance to make it,” they said. “Our priority has always been to satisfy the audience, even when the system fails to recognize our value.”
Their bold statement is a wake-up call for stakeholders, fans, and event organizers to re-evaluate how artists are treated and supported in the region. After 30 years of unpaid dedication, how many more Choggu Boys must suffer in silence before change finally comes?
