Kwabena Yeboah recounts six-year Libya journey on The Delay Show

Ghanaian broadcaster Kwabena Yeboah, popularly known as Odiifour, has shared a candid account of his life’s struggles, including a dangerous six-year stint in Libya. Speaking in a recent interview on The Delay Show, the media personality detailed the circumstances that led him to travel north on foot and by road after a career setback in his home country. His journey highlights the lengths to which many young Ghanaians go in search of better economic prospects.

Yeboah explained that his decision to migrate followed his dismissal from a Ghanaian security service. Left with limited options, he undertook a grueling journey through the desert to Libya, spending six years in the North African nation. He recounted how he initially worked as a mason, enduring physically demanding conditions and the hazards of life as an undocumented migrant before eventually finding improved financial opportunities during his stay.

During the same interview, Odiifour touched on a significant moment from his past regarding his first encounter with fellow broadcaster Auntie Naa. This meeting occurred near the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) while Yeboah was back in Ghana, still struggling financially and searching for his footing in the media industry. He revealed that he was so enamoured with her during that initial meeting that he seriously considered proposing to her on the spot, despite his precarious personal situation at the time.

These revelations provide a rare glimpse into the personal history of a man who has since become a fixture in Ghanaian broadcasting. His story reflects the broader narrative of resilience among Ghanaian professionals who have overcome migration challenges and economic hardship to build successful careers. The interview has since sparked conversations among fans about the unpredictable nature of career paths and the importance of persistence in the face of adversity.