"Comedian of the year": Kofi Kinaata shares funny video after receiving award

Kofi Kinaata Shares Funny Video After Receiving Otumfuo’s Award

On May 9, 2025, Kofi Kinaata received the Youth in Entertainment Award. The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, honored him at Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.

Kofi shared a funny video to express his gratitude. Many viewers found it hilarious and suggested he should be a comedian. Social media users flooded the comments with their reactions.

In the video, Kofi joked about needing a hanger for his shirt. He said it was proof he wasn't proud enough. A friend held the hanger while Kofi spoke.

He humorously mentioned that if he looked like he had raised shoulders, it was because of Otumfuo's award. He added that if he got upset, he'd use a crane to hold his shoulders high.

Kofi captioned the video: “Me after His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu honored me.”

The award came just before the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards. Kofi is nominated for several categories including Best Highlife Artiste and Songwriter of the Year.

Otumfuo previously praised Kofi's song "Susuka" during a conference in September 2024. The Otumfuo Millennium Excellence Awards recognize individuals who contribute significantly to national development.

Many netizens reacted positively to Kofi's post on X. Comments included praise for his creativity and suggestions for new outfits.

Overall, fans expressed their admiration and love for Kofi Kinaata’s humorous take on receiving the award.