"Big disgrace": Ghanaians blast OliveTheBoy for chewing gum on TGMA stage

TGMA 2025: OliveTheBoy Faces Backlash for Chewing Gum on Stage

Ghanaian singer Joel Ofori Bonsu, known as OliveTheBoy, faced criticism at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards. The event took place at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre on May 10, 2025.

OliveTheBoy won the Best AfroBeats Song award for his hit song "Asylum." After receiving his award, he gave a speech with his entourage by his side. Many considered his speech to be subpar as he chewed gum throughout.

This behavior sparked backlash from Ghanaians on social media. Comments included criticism of his speech and demeanor while chewing gum.

One user wrote, "Why will you be chewing gum while giving a speech?" Another commented that everything about his performance was off. Others urged him to stop chewing gum during public appearances.