Sarkodie Comments On The Passing Of Javits Frimpong In New York

Sarkodie has responded to the tragic death of Ghanaian Javits Frimpong in New York. The Ghanaian rapper expressed his sorrow regarding the incident involving Frimpong, who was killed in the New York City.

In his reaction, Sarkodie reflected on the values instilled in children growing up in Ghana, highlighting the differences in how murder cases are perceived there compared to the increasing frequency of such events in parts of the Western world. He questioned the upbringing that may lead children to engage in violent behavior and encouraged Black parents and guardians in the diaspora to improve their parenting and instill the right values.

Sarkodie expressed concern about the safety of Ghanaians living abroad, pointing out that incidents like this create anxiety for families about the wellbeing of their loved ones outside the country. He concluded by offering his condolences to Javits Frimpong’s family, particularly his parents, and prayed for the young boy’s soul to rest in peace.

We might have our difficulties here in Africa, especially in Ghana, but one thing I will always pride myself on is how we were brought up as children, even in rough and tough neighbourhoods.

Murder is a big deal out here. It’s almost alien to us because whenever something like that happens, it becomes major news. We announce and discuss almost every single case in the media, and as a people, we are always shocked and saddened by it.

But it seems to have become an almost regular thing in some parts of the West, which makes it scary for my people to feel safe out there.

I honestly don’t know what kind of upbringing shapes children to become so evil. I think some of my fellow Black brothers and sisters out there need to do better when it comes to raising their children and instilling the right values in them.

It’s very unfortunate that we had to lose Javits this way. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Sending love, prayers and strength to the family, especially his mum and dad.

My deepest condolences. ❤️

— Sarkodie (@sarkodie) October 31, 2026