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| '''Kwame Asare Obeng''', popularly known as '''A Plus''', is a Ghanaian hiplife musician, political activist, and politician. He is the member of parliament for ]. | '''Kwame Asare Obeng''', popularly known as '''A Plus''', is a Ghanaian hiplife musician, political activist, and politician. He is the member of parliament for ]. | ||
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| == Political Career == | == Political Career == | ||
| Leveraging his musical platform, A Plus transitioned into active politics, maintaining his role as a social commentator and activist. In the 2024 Ghanaian general |
Leveraging his musical platform, A Plus transitioned into active politics, maintaining his role as a social commentator and activist. In the ]s, he contested as an independent candidate and was elected as the Member of Parliament for the ], defeating the incumbent MP, ].<ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-12-08 |title=Election 2024: A Plus wins Gomoa Central parliamentary seat |url=https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Election-2024-A-Plus-wins-Gomoa-Central-parliamentary-seat-1963225 |archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20241216102359/https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Election-2024-A-Plus-wins-Gomoa-Central-parliamentary-seat-1963225 |archive-date=2024-12-16 |access-date=2025-01-07 |work=GhanaWeb |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-12-08 |title=Kwame A Plus wins Gomoa Central parliamentary seat |url=https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/politics/kwame-a-plus-wins-gomoa-east-parliamentary-seat.html |access-date=2025-01-07 |website=Graphic Online |language=en-gb}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Tollo |first=Nathan |date=2024-12-08 |title=A-Plus secures victory in parliamentary contest |url=https://3news.com/news/a-plus-secures-victory-in-parliamentary-contest/ |access-date=2025-01-07 |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
| Following his election, A Plus expressed his intention to align with the ] caucus in Parliament, stating that while he had been approached by both major political parties, his inclinations leaned towards the NDC.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-01-06 |title=NPP has approached me, but my heart leans towards NDC - A Plus |url=https://citinewsroom.com/2025/01/npp-has-approached-me-but-my-heart-leans-towards-ndc-a-plus/ |access-date=2025-01-07 |language=en-US}}</ref> | Following his election, A Plus expressed his intention to align with the ] caucus in Parliament, stating that while he had been approached by both major political parties, his inclinations leaned towards the NDC.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-01-06 |title=NPP has approached me, but my heart leans towards NDC - A Plus |url=https://citinewsroom.com/2025/01/npp-has-approached-me-but-my-heart-leans-towards-ndc-a-plus/ |access-date=2025-01-07 |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
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Ghanaian politicianKwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, is a Ghanaian hiplife musician, political activist, and politician. He is the member of parliament for Gomoa Central constituency.
Early Life and Education
Born on March 6, 1977, in Saltpond, Ghana, he is the second of eight children of Mr. Daniel Kwasi Obeng, a proprietor, and Madam Elizabeth Obeng, a trader. A Plus spent his early years in Saltpond, in the Central Region of Ghana. His father owned the Gomoaman Preparatory School, where A Plus likely began his education.
Musical Career
A Plus emerged in the Ghanaian music scene as a hiplife artist with a strong inclination towards political and social commentary. He gained prominence with his 2000 album, "Freedom of Speech," released during Ghana's general elections. The hit track, "Mesuro Mpo Na Merekeka Yi O" (meaning "I am afraid of what I am saying but I will say it anyway"), boldly criticized politicians, reflecting his fearless approach to addressing societal issues through music.
Throughout his musical career, A Plus continued to produce songs that addressed political corruption and social injustices, solidifying his reputation as a musician unafraid to speak truth to power.
Political Career
Leveraging his musical platform, A Plus transitioned into active politics, maintaining his role as a social commentator and activist. In the 2024 Ghanaian general elections, he contested as an independent candidate and was elected as the Member of Parliament for the Gomoa Central Constituency, defeating the incumbent MP, Naana Eyiah Quansah.
Following his election, A Plus expressed his intention to align with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) caucus in Parliament, stating that while he had been approached by both major political parties, his inclinations leaned towards the NDC.
Personal Life
A Plus is married and has children. He is known for his outspoken nature and continues to be an influential figure in both the entertainment and political landscapes of Ghana.
References
- ^ Mireri, Julian (2020-12-16). "A Plus Kwame Asare Obeng bio: wife, wedding, songs, daughter". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Retrieved 2025-01-07.
- ^ "A-Plus, Biography". www.ghanaweb.com. Archived from the original on 2024-12-13. Retrieved 2025-01-07.
- "Election 2024: A Plus wins Gomoa Central parliamentary seat". GhanaWeb. 2024-12-08. Archived from the original on 2024-12-16. Retrieved 2025-01-07.
- "Kwame A Plus wins Gomoa Central parliamentary seat". Graphic Online. 2024-12-08. Retrieved 2025-01-07.
- Tollo, Nathan (2024-12-08). "A-Plus secures victory in parliamentary contest". Retrieved 2025-01-07.
- "NPP has approached me, but my heart leans towards NDC - A Plus". 2025-01-06. Retrieved 2025-01-07.